How was Paul and Barnabas’ experience in Iconium similar and differ from their experience in Antioch?  What was the purpose of signs and wonders here (and also 6:8)?

God planned for all the world to know of God through the Jews (v47 cf. Isaiah 49:6).  What lessons can we learn of God’s plan for others to know of Him as well?

What did Paul say in vv38-39, was the central meaning of the resurrection for his listeners (cf. Romans 3:20-24 & 8:3-4)?  

How do you deal with people who tried to turn you away from your faith?  When would Paul’s response (vv9-11) be applicable in a multi-faith society like ours?  Would 1 Peter 3:15-16 be more helpful?  How?

What central role did God the Holy Spirit play in the choice and sending of missionaries here?  How can this be translated at ORPC?  

Was Peter showing a lack of faith, showing plain common sense or within God’s plan when he went into hiding after a miracle?  Explain.

What contrasts do you see between Herod’s power and God’s?  How then would you deal with opposition and persecution?

How did the persecution in v19 facilitate the spread of the gospel?  Is there really a ‘most favourable season’ for the gospel?

Why is it that Tabitha (a.k.a. Dorcas) was raised but Stephen died even though Peter was there too (8:2)?  How do Tabitha’s resurrection and Stephen’s death help you to understand God’s plans?

How do you explain the change in attitudes from v2 to v18?  How does this story relate to 1:8?