The Book of Acts, also known as the Acts of the Apostles, is a foundational text in the New Testament that chronicles the early days of the Christian church following the ascension of Jesus Christ. Written by Luke, the author of the Gospel of Luke, Acts offers a detailed account of the spread of Christianity and the work of the Holy Spirit through the apostles. Below is a quiz that covers various chapters of the Book of Acts. This quiz is designed to help deepen your understanding of the text and inspire further study.
Acts Chapter 1
Question 1: What significant event happens in Acts Chapter 1 that marks the beginning of the apostles' mission?
Answer: In Acts Chapter 1, Jesus ascends to heaven after giving final instructions to His disciples to wait in Jerusalem for the Holy Spirit (Acts 1:9-11). This event is known as the Ascension.
Question 2: Who was chosen to replace Judas Iscariot as one of the twelve apostles, and how was he chosen?
Answer: Matthias was chosen to replace Judas Iscariot. The apostles prayed and cast lots, and the lot fell to Matthias (Acts 1:24-26).
Acts Chapter 2
Question 3: What miraculous event occurs on the Day of Pentecost in Acts Chapter 2?
Answer: On the Day of Pentecost, the Holy Spirit descends upon the apostles, enabling them to speak in various tongues or languages (Acts 2:1-4). This event marks the birth of the Christian Church.
Question 4: What was the content of Peter's sermon on the Day of Pentecost, and what was the outcome?
Answer: Peter's sermon on the Day of Pentecost included a proclamation of Jesus as the Messiah, fulfillment of prophecy, and a call to repentance and baptism. As a result, about three thousand people were baptized and added to the church that day (Acts 2:14-41).
Acts Chapter 3
Question 5: Who did Peter and John heal at the temple gate called Beautiful, and what was his condition?
Answer: Peter and John healed a man who had been lame from birth at the temple gate called Beautiful. The man was able to walk and leap, praising God (Acts 3:1-10).
Question 6: How did Peter explain the healing of the lame man to the astonished crowd?
Answer: Peter explained that the man was healed by faith in the name of Jesus Christ of Nazareth, whom God had raised from the dead. He called the crowd to repent and turn to God so that their sins might be wiped out (Acts 3:12-26).
Acts Chapter 4
Question 7: What happened to Peter and John after they healed the lame man and preached to the people?
Answer: Peter and John were arrested by the priests, the captain of the temple guard, and the Sadducees because they were teaching the people and proclaiming the resurrection of Jesus. They were brought before the Sanhedrin the next day (Acts 4:1-3).
Question 8: What was the response of the Sanhedrin to Peter and John's testimony, and what did they command them to do?
Answer: The Sanhedrin were astonished by Peter and John's boldness but could not deny the miracle. They commanded them not to speak or teach at all in the name of Jesus. However, Peter and John replied that they could not help speaking about what they had seen and heard (Acts 4:13-20).
Acts Chapter 5
Question 9: What happened to Ananias and Sapphira, and why?
Answer: Ananias and Sapphira were struck dead by God for lying to the Holy Spirit about the proceeds from the sale of their property. They had kept back part of the money while pretending to donate the full amount to the apostles (Acts 5:1-11).
Question 10: How did the apostles respond to the increasing persecution from the Jewish authorities?
Answer: The apostles continued to preach and perform miracles despite the persecution. When they were arrested and brought before the Sanhedrin, they boldly declared that they must obey God rather than human authorities. An angel of the Lord also freed them from prison, instructing them to continue teaching in the temple courts (Acts 5:17-42).
Acts Chapter 6
Question 11: What problem arose in the early church that led to the appointment of seven deacons?
Answer: A dispute arose because the Hellenistic Jews (Greek-speaking Jews) complained that their widows were being overlooked in the daily distribution of food. To address this, the apostles appointed seven men, full of the Spirit and wisdom, to oversee the distribution, allowing the apostles to focus on prayer and the ministry of the word (Acts 6:1-6).
Question 12: Who was Stephen, and what role did he play in the early church?
Answer: Stephen was one of the seven deacons appointed to help with the distribution of food. He was described as a man full of faith and the Holy Spirit, who performed great wonders and signs among the people. Stephen's powerful preaching and wisdom led to his arrest and subsequent martyrdom (Acts 6:8-15).
Acts Chapter 7
Question 13: What was the main theme of Stephen's speech before the Sanhedrin, and what was the outcome?
Answer: Stephen's speech before the Sanhedrin recounted the history of Israel and highlighted their repeated rejection of God's messengers, culminating in their betrayal and murder of the Righteous One, Jesus Christ. His speech enraged the Sanhedrin, leading them to stone him to death. As he was being stoned, Stephen saw a vision of Jesus standing at the right hand of God and prayed for his persecutors (Acts 7:1-60).
Acts Chapter 8
Question 14: What significant event occurred in the life of Philip the Evangelist in Acts Chapter 8?
Answer: Philip the Evangelist went to Samaria and proclaimed the Messiah there, leading to many conversions and miracles. Later, he was directed by an angel of the Lord to meet an Ethiopian eunuch on the road to Gaza. Philip explained the Scriptures to the eunuch and baptized him, after which the Spirit of the Lord took Philip away (Acts 8:4-40).
Acts Chapter 9
Question 15: Describe the conversion experience of Saul (Paul) on the road to Damascus.
Answer: On the road to Damascus, Saul encountered a blinding light from heaven and heard the voice of Jesus asking, "Saul, Saul, why do you persecute me?" Saul was struck blind and led into Damascus, where he fasted and prayed for three days. Ananias, a disciple, was instructed by the Lord to visit Saul, lay hands on him, and restore his sight. Saul was filled with the Holy Spirit, baptized, and began to preach that Jesus is the Son of God (Acts 9:1-19).
Acts Chapter 10
Question 16: How did Peter come to understand that the gospel was also for the Gentiles?
Answer: Peter received a vision of a sheet containing various animals and heard a voice telling him to kill and eat. When Peter objected, the voice replied, "Do not call anything impure that God has made clean." This vision occurred three times. Shortly after, Peter was invited to the house of Cornelius, a Gentile centurion. As Peter preached, the Holy Spirit came upon all who heard the message, leading Peter to baptize them, realizing that God does not show favoritism but accepts those who fear Him and do what is right (Acts 10:9-48).
Acts Chapter 11
Question 17: What was the reaction of the Jewish believers in Jerusalem to Peter's actions with Cornelius and the Gentiles?
Answer: The Jewish believers in Jerusalem initially criticized Peter for associating with and eating with Gentiles. However, after Peter explained his vision and the outpouring of the Holy Spirit on the Gentiles, they praised God, saying, "So then, even to Gentiles God has granted repentance that leads to life" (Acts 11:1-18).
Acts Chapter 12
Question 18: What miraculous event led to the release of Peter from prison?
Answer: Peter was imprisoned by King Herod, but an angel of the Lord appeared, woke him, and led him out of the prison. The chains fell off Peter's wrists, and the iron gate opened by itself. Peter initially thought it was a vision but realized it was real after he was safely outside (Acts 12:1-11).
Acts Chapter 13
Question 19: Who were the key figures in the first missionary journey, and what was their primary mission?
Answer: The key figures in the first missionary journey were Barnabas and Saul (Paul). They were set apart by the Holy Spirit and sent by the church in Antioch to proclaim the word of God in various cities, including Cyprus and Pisidian Antioch, where they encountered both acceptance and opposition (Acts 13:1-52).
Acts Chapter 14
Question 20: What challenges did Paul and Barnabas face on their missionary journey, and how did they respond?
Answer: Paul and Barnabas faced significant challenges, including opposition from both Jews and Gentiles, who stirred up persecution against them. In Lystra, Paul was stoned and left for dead but miraculously survived. Despite these hardships, they continued to preach the gospel, strengthen the disciples, and appoint elders in the churches they established (Acts 14:1-28).
This quiz covers only a portion of the Book of Acts, but it highlights key events and themes that are crucial for understanding the early Christian church's growth and the apostles' dedication to spreading the gospel. The Book of Acts is a powerful testament to the work of the Holy Spirit and the transformative power of the gospel message.
