What gets the gold medal for grossness in Acts?
King Agrippa and Bernice were husband and wife, but also brother and sister
How did Festus spin what happened when talking to Agrippa?
he said he decided to send Paul to Caesar, when in reality, he did not have a choice because Paul appealed
True or False: A reason to consider Paul a criminal was finally brought to light
false
How many times has Paul's conversion story been told in Acts?
3
When did Paul speak to Agrippa?
when Agrippa gave him permission to speak
True or False: Paul flattered Agrippa
false
Why does Paul tell King Agrippa he is a Pharisee?
to show his belief in Jesus as the Messiah and prove that Christianity is not some new and crazy belief
3 part summary of Paul's preaching career
1. people should repent
2. people should turn to God
3. people should perform deeds in keeping with repentance
4 key points about Messianic Prophecy
1. Messiah must suffer
2. first to rise from the dead (explanation: first to rise from the grave and never die again, not just getting a reboot like Lazarus)
3. proclaim light to Israel
4. bring Gospel to the Gentiles
What did Festus tell Paul when he was speaking of his conversion to Agrippa?
you are out of your mind
How did Paul respond to Festus calling him crazy?
said he is only speaking truth
What did King Agrippa ask Paul at the end of his testimony speech?
In a short time, would you convince me to be a Christian?
What did King Agrippa tell Paul at the end of Acts 26?
He would have been set free if he did not appeal to Caesar
In Acts 27, where did they decide to sail to?
Italy
What is a fathom?
an adult man's wingspan (about 6 ft)
Who did they deliver Paul and the other prisoners to in Acts 27 (the centurion)?
Julius
What kind of ship were Paul and the prisoners on in Acts 27?
wheat ship
What did Paul advise the centurion of the ship to do in Acts 27?
not to sail because of the danger with the storm
Did the centurion listen to Paul's warning in Acts 27?
no he listened to the pilot and owner of the ship and decided to sail
Who were Paul's friends that were on the boat with him in Acts 27?
Luke and Aristarchus
What was the name of the tempestuous wind in Acts 27?
the northeaster
How long were Paul and the prisoners on the boat in Acts 27?
14 days
How many people were injured/died in the storm on the boat in Acts 27?
none
How many people were safe after the storm on the boat?
276 (all)
What is leadership in one word?
influence
5 steps they took to save the boat
1. secured the skiff
2. undergirded the ship
3. lowered sails and sea anchors
4. threw the cargo over
5. threw over spare equipment
2 types of snakes that would bite you
1. striker
2. chewer
what type of snake bit Paul in Acts 28?
chewer
What Island did Paul arrive to first in Acts 28?
Malta
How did the natives react to Paul being bit by a viper?
at first thought he was a murderer deserving death, but when he did not die they thought he was a god
Who was Publius?
chief official of Malta
Who did Paul heal in Malta?
Publius' father and the rest of the island
How long did Paul stay in Malta?
3 months
What ship did Paul sail on to Rome?
Ship of Alexandria
what were the figureheads on the ship of Alexandria?
twin gods
Why was it interesting that Paul found brothers on his journey to Rome?
he didn't normally find other Christians, especially in that area
True or False: Paul was allowed to stay by himself in Rome, as long as the one soldier was with him
true
Who did Paul speak to in Rome?
the leaders of the Jews
Who did Paul quote in Acts 28?
Isaiah
How long did Paul live in Rome?
2 years
7 leadership principles
1. inspires trust
2. takes initiative
3. exercises good judgement
4. speaks with authority
5. strengthens other people
6. does not compromise on absolutes
7. leads by example
What books did Paul write while in prison?
ephesians, philippians, colossians, philemon
What proves that Paul eventually crossed the English channel and testified there?
St. Paul's Cathedral
What books did Paul write after being released from prison?
1 timothy and titus
what book did paul write while in prison for the second time?
2 timothy
when did Paul die?
in prison for the second time in Rome
6 principles for evangelism
1. gospel is to be shared whenever opportunity arises
2. gospel is to be clothed in humility and graciousness
3. gospel is to be preached and shared biblically and doctrinally
4. gospel is to be shared even if it involves personal costs and hardships
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