PAUL SPEAKS TO THE MOB
Acts 21:37 – 22: 21
I. Paul Speaks to the Commander (vs. 37-39)
a. Under the protection of the Romans, Paul is being taken to the
barracks. Who must be following along with Paul and the commander?
b. Why does Paul ask the commander for permission to address the mob?
c. Does this commander have any idea who Paul is or what his is all about?
d. Is Paul’s addressing the crowd in any way, for the same reason he was
helping the four Jews complete their vows at the temple?
What was the reason?
II. The Mob Falls Silent (vs. 40 -22:2)
a. When the commander gave Paul permission, what does Paul do?
b. What helps silence the mob (vs. 40)?
c. What really silences the mob?
III. Paul Shares His Testimony (vs. 3-21)
a. How does Paul begin his “defense” before the mob?
b. What highlights does Paul share about his past? _
c. Does Paul look to connect with those that he is speaking to?
d. What does Paul share about his conversion?
e. Do the people raise any complaints as Paul is sharing about his
conversion?
f. What does Paul share about his life after his conversion?
IV. Application: When confronted with an angry mob, what defense does Paul give?
Who is Paul really interested in saving? Himself or those he is speaking to?
What can we learn from Paul’s example?
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