The Life Of Jesus

Acts 21 finds Paul in Jerusalem, at the Temple, getting beaten for his faith in Jesus. In a wild turn of events, Paul had the opportunity to talk to those who wanted to kill him. What do you say to people who want you dead? Paul told his story—a story of his own self-righteous zeal, of Jesus meeting him in an unmistakable way, and of a kind believer who stood with him. What a great testimony!

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Questions

Acts 21:37-22:22

1. Have you heard stories of people coming to believe in Jesus? If so, which one(s) stand out?
2. In Paul’s eagerness to serve God, he believed killing Christians was the best thing he could do with his life. What sorts of pursuits do people in our day think are the best thing they can do with their lives?
3. Jesus met Paul in a blinding light. It doesn’t always happen that way. How would you say Jesus met—or even still meets—you?
4. Ananias stood with Saul and healed him even though Saul (Paul) posed a serious threat. Has anyone ever stood with you as you were moving towards trusting Jesus?
5. Paul lit a fuse with his audience by mentioning God’s call to serve the Gentiles. What sorts of resistance have you encountered as you’ve shared your story?
6. Give each other the 60-second version of your testimony. What mattered most to you? How did Jesus encounter you? Who came alongside you? Sixty seconds—use a stopwatch!