Reviewing the Previous Studies

1. Summarize what we have studied in Acts 6:8–8:3 and 8:4–25.
2. How does the theme of the Temple of God emerge in both of these passages?

The Ethiopian Eunuch and the Temple

1. Read Acts 8:26–28. How does the theme of the Temple of God continue in these verses?
2. Why would this Ethiopian Eunuch have traveled such a great distance to worship at the Temple? What would have prevented him from fully participating in worship?

Longing for More

1. In what ways would being barred from entering the Temple have been a familiar experience for this man?
2. What other significant limitations did his physical condition place on him? How might these have deepened his longing for something greater?
3. How can you relate to the Ethiopian Eunuch’s longing for life, belonging and acceptance?

Isaiah’s Prophecy and the Eunuch’s Longing

1. Read Acts 8:29–34. These verses reveal that he was reading from Isaiah 53. Why do you think this particular passage caught his attention?
2. Read Isaiah 56:3–7. What would this passage have been like for the man to read? How does this help shed light on why he is in Isaiah 53? How does this passage connect with his personal struggle and longing?

The Good News of Jesus

1. Read Isaiah 53:1–8. How does this prophecy show that someone like the Ethiopian Eunuch can be healed and receive a name greater than sons and daughters?
2. According to Acts 8:35, who is the servant being described in Isaiah 53?

A New Identity in Christ

1. What is the significance of Acts 8:36, where the Ethiopian Eunuch asks, "What can stand in the way of my being baptized?"
2. How many times in his life had he asked similar questions and heard a different, more painful answer? How is the gospel’s answer to him different?
3. What stands in the way of you fully following Jesus and embracing His mercy and grace?
4. What might be keeping you from receiving the everlasting name that Jesus offers—one that is greater than any other identity or achievement?