From Adoration to Attack in Lystra

By: Mike Mazzalongo     Posted: Mon. Apr 6th
Discussion Questions
  1. Why do you think emotional responses to religious experiences can shift so quickly from excitement to hostility?
  2. How might Paul's rejection of idolatry have challenged not only religion but also social and cultural identity in Lystra?
  3. What lessons can the modern church learn about grounding faith in truth rather than in feelings or popular opinion?
Sources
  • ChatGPT (GPT-5), "Acts 14:19–How the Jews Turned the Crowd," discussion with Mike Mazzalongo, Oct. 4, 2025.
  • The Acts of the Apostles – F. F. Bruce, Eerdmans, 1990.
  • The Message of Acts – John Stott, InterVarsity Press, 1990.
  • Commentary on the Book of Acts – J. W. McGarvey, Gospel Advocate, 1892.
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