Lesson 22
What was in Peter’s vision?
A sheet filled with unclean animals
What did Paul and Barnabas do first when they arrived at each new city?
They preached to the Jews in the synagogue
Paul was from what city?
Tarsus
What is the meaning of the word convert?
A person who is persuaded to change their religious beliefs
Why did Herod Agrippa persecute the christians?
It pleased the Jews and Herod felt threatened by the jews
What did the Lord do that confirmed the truth of the message Paul and Barnabas preached?
Allowed them to produce many signs and wonders
What caused a conflict between Paul and Barnabas?
They had a disagreement about taking John Mark on a second missionary journey
What does it mean to proclaim?
To announce or formally declare something in speech or writing
Who was Cornelius?
A roman centurion that was the first gentile convert to christianity
In general, who responded to the gospel message that Paul preached
Some jews and many gentiles
Why were Paul and Silas put in jail in Philippi?
They healed the slave girl from her demon causing her owners to be angry and demand their arrest
What is a philosopher?
People who examine various ideas about knowledge, right and wrong and the nature and meaning of life
Why did God allow Herod Agrippa to die?
Herod did not give glory to God but to praises from the people for himself
What do you think is the most important lesson we can learn from Paul and Barnabas’ missionary journey?
The gospel will face obstacles and opposition but it must be preached regardless
The people of Berea were unique in what way?
They were more open-minded and carefully studied the scriptures.
What is important about Syrian Antioch
It was the first international church and where followers of Jesus were first called christians.
How did Peter’s vision change the way he viewed gentiles?
He no longer viewed gentiles as unclean people
What characteristics of the Roman Empire prepared the way for God’s messengers?
The Empire was large, Rome had a strong army, and Rome had a common languae
How did Paul and Silas’ imprisonment helped spread the gospel in Philippi?
While in prison Paul and Silas sang hymns to God and preached the gospel to many people who became saved
Describe Athens.
Greek city were new religious ideas were discussed daily.