Questions for Acts 21:1-36 

Key verses 21:13

I AM READY TO DIE FOR JESUS

1. Describe the journey of the Apostle Paul and his companions from Miletus to Jerusalem (1-17). What can you observe about the reception of Paul and his companions by the disciples in each city? Reflect on the work of God that occurred in each region of Asia Minor.

2. What advice did the disciples and the prophet Agabus give to Paul about what would happen to him in Jerusalem (4, 10-12)? What was Paul’s response to them (13)? Reflect on Paul’s readiness to die for his mission received from Jesus. In what way did the disciples support Paul’s decision (14)? 

3. What suggestion did Paul receive when he visited James and the elders in Jerusalem (18-25)? What reasons might Paul have had for accepting their suggestion (26)? Discuss how Paul’s actions reflect his faith and efforts to build up the church of God. 

4. What disturbance did the Jews create when they saw Paul in the temple (27-29)? What suffering did Paul endure after being seized by them (30-32)? Whom did God use to rescue Paul from the danger of death (33-36)? Reflect on God's guidance and human obedience as presented in this passage.