Week 7 (Oct. 19– Oct. 25) – Acts 27-28

Opening Question / Icebreaker:

• Can you think of a time when you were warned not to do something, but you did it anyway?  What happened? 

Pray Together – ask God to bless your group, your time in His word, and your relationships. 

Observation & Interpretation Questions:

Read Acts 27. https://www.esv.org/Acts+27/

• What do we learn about the Centurion in charge of Paul?

• What in verses 13-20 reveals how severe the storm was? How would you be feeling after two weeks in the storm? 

• How do Paul’s words and his example serve to encourage the others?  How do Paul’s actions compare with those of the sailors? 

APPLICATION Questions – How do you respond in “storms” – crisis situations?  Paul reacted with forewarnings, hope, common sense, giving thanks, remaining calm and persevering – are any of those your responses? 

Read Acts 28. https://www.esv.org/Acts+28/

• Given the long delay, his shipwreck at sea, and his continuing status as a prisoner, how would Paul feel upon finally arriving in Rome? 

• Why would Paul take the initiative to set up a meeting with Jewish leaders in Rome?

• How does Isaiah’s words (v. 25-28) bridge the gap in perception between those who view Christianity as a narrow Jewish sect (v.21) and those who view Christianity as a faith for all peoples (v.28)? 

• What does the ending to the book of Acts (v.31) reveal about Luke’s central concern in writing this book? 

APPLICATION Questions – How does verse 31 set the stage for the way your life could become a continuation of Acts 28?  What do you need to build into your life now, so that your faith in Christ will be what people remember about you at death? 

Close in Prayer:

• Pray together – lift any praises or concerns of the group members up to God in prayer.