The Bible Teacher's Commentary
Paul J. Bucknell
Acts 1:1-11 Bible Study Questions
Focus: Getting a Right Focus on Missions
Initial Observations
- Read Acts 1:1-11. Who is the author of this book (compare with Luke 1:1-4)?
- To whom is the book addressed? What does his name mean ("Lover of God")?
- What was the "first account" composed about? (Acts 1:1)
The Forty Days (Acts 1:3-5)
- How long did Jesus stay with the disciples after His resurrection?
- What was the primary topic of His teaching during this period?
- What specific command did He give them regarding Jerusalem?
The Kingdom and the Spirit (Acts 1:6-8)
- What question did the disciples ask in verse 6? Why were they focused on this?
- How did Jesus redirect their focus in verses 7 and 8?
- According to verse 8, what is the source of power for the mission, and what is the geographical progression of their witnessing?
The Ascension (Acts 1:9-11)
- Describe what happened in verse 9.
- What was the message of the "two men in white clothing"?
- How does the promise of His return impact how we live and witness today?
