About Cornelius
Where did Cornelius live?
Caesarea
Where was Peter when he had his vision?
On the rooftop of a house in Joppa
Who did Cornelius send to bring Peter?
Two of his servants and a devout soldier
What did you learn from today's lesson?
What was Cornelius’ occupation?
A centurion in the Italian Regiment
What was Peter doing when the vision came?
He was praying
What did Cornelius do when Peter entered his house?
He fell at Peter’s feet and worshiped him
Peter struggled at first to accept Gentiles as part of God’s plan. What is God's plan for the Gentiles?
To accept them into his kingdom just like the Jews
How was Cornelius described in Acts 10:2?
Devout, God-fearing, gave generously to the poor, and prayed regularly to God
What did Peter see descending from heaven?
A sheet filled with all kinds of animals, reptiles, and birds
How did Peter respond when Cornelius bowed before him?
He lifted him up and said, “Stand up; I am only a man myself.”
Name one difference which divides people today.
Political, Social, Economic, Cultural, Technology (any one)
At what time of day did Cornelius have his vision?
About the ninth hour (3 PM)
What command did Peter hear in the vision?
“Rise up, Peter. Kill and eat.”
Who else was gathered in Cornelius’ house?
His relatives and close friends
Give one example how we can cross barriers and use every opportunity to be his witness
(any example)
What does Cornelius’ character show about God’s reach beyond Israel?
That God values sincere seekers of Him from every nation
What was the meaning of Peter’s vision?
God was showing that He makes no one unclean — salvation is open to all people, Jews and Gentiles alike
What realization did Peter share when he began speaking?
“God shows no favoritism but accepts those from every nation who fear Him and do what is right.”
The Holy Spirit came upon the Gentiles just as He did the Jews, proving God’s acceptance. How can we recognize when the Holy Spirit is working in someone’s life today, even if they’re different from us?
We can recognize the Spirit’s work through changed hearts — love, peace, humility, and faith in Jesus.