Read Acts 20: 13-38 Paul has a sad farewell with the elders of the church in Ephesus. He served them well and long- three years. I love his deep affection and love for those the Lord has put in his path. It is surely a model to me. He leaves them with some things to do. These seem good for …

Read Acts 20: 1-12 Hmmm…. what a wild story! When have you witnessed a clear miracle? No other explanation…the work of the Spirit alone. Describe what happened and how you felt. I’ve never seen someone raised from the dead, and I’m guessing that you haven’t either, but the Spirit is surely at work amongst us. What are works of the …

Read Acts 19: 23-41 Of course it wouldn’t be a journey with Paul without a little rioting! Paul has been so successful in his endeavor to share the good news, that many people quit spending money to prop up the ‘false god’ industry. This might seem laughable- but think about the ‘false god’ industry in your sphere: Alcohol Drug addiction …

Read Acts 19: 1-22 It’s like these chapters are a whirlwind—Paul in a new place every chapter. Similar rhythms are evident as he preaches and teaches both the Jews and the Greeks. He is incredibly focused on the task that God has given him. I also appreciate that he is on the lookout for the Spirit’s work. He recognizes some …

Read Acts 18: 18-28 Paul has become friends with a couple, Pricilla and Aquila. They seem like gems for ministry and life. They travel with him, teach people, and have incredible hospitality. Their friendship grows as they serve shoulder to shoulder together. Last week we looked at Acts 17 from the Know, Be, Do perspective. Today we are going to …

Read Acts 18: 1-17 Paul heads to Corinth, and you can guess what he did! Synagogue, talking to people, helping people understand and believe. Same story, different day! (I hope this is said of me someday!) He gets fueled by the return of Timothy and Silas and devotes all of his time to preaching the good news. Some Jews believe, …