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Sapphira Bible Study Guide

Second Temple · 15 BC – 33 AD (48 years)

Wife of Ananias; struck dead for lying to the Holy Spirit.

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Spouse
Ananias (Acts 5)
Dates
15 BC – 33 AD (48 years)
Era
Second Temple

Teaching prompt

Read about Sapphira: "Wife of Ananias; struck dead for lying to the Holy Spirit." What does this teach us about God's plan?

Discussion questions

  1. How does Sapphira's life connect to the promise that leads to Jesus?
  2. What would you have done in Sapphira's place?
  3. Which scripture passage about Sapphira stands out most to you, and why?

Scripture

  • Acts 5:1-11
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