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Apologies this was posted out of order. Acts 13:42-52 Bible study One question I often receive is like this, “I have shared the gospel with this person many times, but they aren’t interested. What should I do?” Should Christians keep trying to reach people who repeatedly reject the gospel? Or is there a time to move on and invest in others instead? Acts 13 gives a surprising answer that can transf...

Acts 14:19-28 Bible study One minute they were worshipping him like a god. The next they were trying to kill him? What changed? Nothing about Paul changed. The crowd did. In today’s study of Acts 14:19-28 we will learn how people can be so fickle and the importance of not following crowd think. Acts 14 Bible study guide with companion discussion questions on our https://studyandobey.com/inductive-...

Acts 14 Bible study Have you ever wondered if a closed door means God is telling you to stop? Does opposition mean you are doing something wrong? In Acts 14, Paul faced opposition, slander, and even death threats. But surprisingly, he stayed. Today we are going to look at how to persevere when facing opposition and when it might be time to move on. Acts 14 Bible study guide with companion discussi...

Acts 13:13-41 Bible study Every thread of the Bible points to Jesus. In Acts 13, Paul realized this truth and shared with the Jews a message on how everything points to Jesus. The result was predictable. As we study, we will consider how Jesus is still central to our lives today. In today's passage, we will learn the importance of seeking for God's will and listening to His voice. Acts 1...

This is best understood visually, so please check it out on our website: https://studyandobey.com/universal-bridge-interpreting-bible/ Many Christians struggle to know how to understand and apply the Bible. Today I'm really excited to show you this very simple four step process that can help you study and obey God’s Word on your own. These questions can be used in any Bible passage and can he...

A good teacher doesn't just give the answer. He asks questions. Coaches, parents, pastors, and Bible study teachers should all learn the power of the question. In this video we look at why question asking is so powerful, Jesus' example, and how to create a good question. Study and Obey's Bible study guides on Amazon - https://amzn.to/48SgPEN (As an Amazon associate, I earn from qual...

Acts 13:1-12 Bible study Have you ever wondered why some believers seem to hear God’s direction so clearly while others feel spiritually numb? In Acts 13, the Holy Spirit spoke while church leaders were worshiping and fasting. Not while scrolling. Not while being entertained. Maybe the problem isn’t that God is silent. Maybe we’re too distracted to listen. In today's passage, we will learn th...

Acts 12:6-25 Bible study James had just been executed and Herod wanted to go for Peter next. Peter was arrested, put in prison, and chained between soldiers. What was Peter doing while he was awaiting trial? Sleeping like a baby. What does that teach us about fear and trusting in God?  We look at that question today as well as the question, "Why does God seek glory?" and one of the most...

They tried to stop Christianity by force. Arrests, threats, murder. Steven was killed. Believers were hunted down. The message was supposed to die. Believers were supposed to cower. But instead of stopping the movement, the gospel spread. Those who were scattered did not stop preaching.  They took it with them to new areas, cities, regions, entire cultures started hearing about Jesus for the very...

Why do people lie? You might be willing to die for the truth, but you probably wouldn't be willing to die for a lie. Yet the apostles did die for their belief in a resurrected Jesus. Let's consider what that means for our faith today. We'll be looking at those questions as we study Acts 12:1-5. For the best experience, watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6DVDquhO4G4 Ac...

The church was growing, disciples were multiplying, and the gospel was going out. Everything seemed to be going great for the early New Testament church, but a dangerous false teaching was starting to infiltrate. A teaching that still can derail Christians even today, millennia later. The question is, is faith in Jesus enough to save you, or is something else required? That's the question tha...

We live in a rapidly changing world. There are new tools we never would have imagined. AI can make many things very easy. But is it good? Is it dangerous for Christians? Should we use it for Bible study? We explore those questions today. Study and Obey's Bible study guides on Amazon - https://amzn.to/48SgPEN (As an Amazon associate, I earn from qualifying purchases.) Study and Obey Free Weekl...

People judge by color, class, and status. But God shows no partiality. His family is open to all comers. The church should have no racial barriers. God does not have a skin color. He does not play favorites. And it's time we get on board. Today, we will learn from Acts 10 how the church was open to all comers, even people who had been discriminated against for centuries. Acts 10:24-48 Bible s...

If you had one hour left to live, what would you say? Jesus' last words reveal a lot about His character and salvation. They also can transform our attitudes and practices today. As we celebrate Good Friday and Resurrection Sunday, let's spend some time and reflect on the importance and implications of Jesus' last words. Study and Obey's Bible study guides on Amazon - https://a...

Acts 10:1-23 Bible study What happens if a person is on a deserted island and never has an opportunity to hear the gospel? Can that person be saved? In today's passage, we see that God does not ignore people who are sincerely seeking Him as the gospel goes to the Gentiles in this amazing divine appointment. Imagine spending eight years paralyzed in bed, not able to walk. Then someone walks in...

Acts 9:32-43 Bible study Imagine spending eight years paralyzed in bed, not able to walk. Then someone walks in and says simply, "Rise." How would you respond? Would you even try? Today we look at the importance of taking bold steps of faith as we follow Jesus. Acts 9:32-43 Bible study guide with companion discussion questions on our https://studyandobey.com/inductive-bible-study/acts/ac...

Acts 9:20-31 Bible study What does it mean to be a Christian? When Paul became a follower of Jesus, his life was instantly transformed. There was a clear before and after. Has your life been changed as well? Let's dive in and see the power of God to transform us as we see Paul's new life after conversion. Acts 9:20-31 Bible study guide with companion discussion questions on our https://s...

Acts 9:10-19 Bible study Imagine that a hostile person has been persecuting and seeking to kill you. God then tells you to go to and share with that person. How would you respond? This is exactly what Ananias faced. Let's dive in and see what lessons we can learn for our lives today. Acts 9:1-9 Bible study guide with companion discussion questions on our https://studyandobey.com/inductive-bib...

Acts 9:1-9 Bible study Paul was set on persecuting Christians and opposing The Way. Then a miracle happened and everything changed. Let's dive in and see what lessons we can learn for our lives today. Acts 9:1-9 Bible study guide with companion discussion questions on our https://studyandobey.com/inductive-bible-study/acts/acts-9/ Study and Obey's Bible study guides on Amazon - https://a...

Acts 8:26-40 Bible study Many believers had a wilderness experience in the Bible. In this passage, the Holy Spirit told Philip the Evangelist to go to the wilderness to share the gospel. A strange instruction! What happens next reminds us that the Holy Spirit builds His church and we should be sensitive to His voice. Acts 8:26-40 Bible study guide with companion discussion questions on our https:/...

Acts 8:8-25 Bible study In today’s study, we will look at Simon the magician, a sorcerer. He sees the power of God at work, believes, and is baptized. But was he really saved? He wanted the Holy Spirit, but for the wrong reasons. Acts 8 shows you can be very close to the gospel and still miss Christ. Acts 8:8-25 Bible study guide with companion discussion questions on our https://studyandobey.com/...

Acts 8:1-8 Bible study. Why does God allow persecution instead of preventing it? Today we will see that the church seems in disarray. Saul is hunting Christians. Stephen is dead, the first martyr. The church is scattering. But somehow God uses these defeats and turns them into victory. Today we will learn how God turns things that are bad into good, not just back then, but today in our lives too....

Acts 7:30-60 Bible study. Today we are finishing up Acts 7, Stephen's famous sermon and martyrdom. In this Bible study, we look at what God teaches us during times in the "wilderness," religious versus relationship, and forgiveness. What gave Stephen the power to forgive and how you can you and I forgive others today? Acts 7:30-60 Bible study guide with companion discussion question...

1 Thessalonians 5:16-28 Bible study. Final reminders for Christians cover rejoicing, thanksgiving, the Holy Spirit, and the importance of testing everything and holding on to the good. We discuss how that relates to the AI slop taking over the internet today. 1 Thessalonians 5:16-28 Bible study - https://studyandobey.com/inductive-bible-study/thessalonians-studies/1thessalonians5-16-28/ Thessaloni...

Acts 7 Bible study. Abraham was commanded by God to “go to a place I will show you.” He didn’t know where he was going or how he would get there. But God told him to go. Would you go? Today, we are looking at the first part of Stephen’s famous sermon to the Sanhedrin. He reviews much of Israel’s history, God’s providence, God’s timing, and all of this leads to the coming of the Messiah. Acts 7 Bib...