Study 55 From The Book of Acts Is: Acts 28:17-31
- Paul at Rome (verses 17-22). What was Paul’s chief concern on
reaching Rome? It would seem he was anxious that no discredit should be
laid against the Christian faith by his house-arrest. Are you anxious always to commend the
Christian faith by your life?
- Verses 23-28. What was Paul’s
message to the Jews at Rome? What reason does he give for the persistence
of so many in unbelief? What reaction did he expect the Gentiles would
show? Is this still the same today?
- List the main facts with which
Luke summarizes Paul’s ministry as a prisoner at Rome(verses 30, 31)
Consider the influence Paul had during those years through people coming
to him, and through letters he wrote to the churches he had visited.