Acts 18
-Paul arrives now in Corinth and receives the vision of the
Lord in the night to stay at that point speaking out unafraid and boldly in the
Name of Jesus Christ. He is told further that no one will attack him in order
to harm him for God has many people for Himself in that city (Acts 18:9-10).
-The leaders of the synagogue and many Gentiles in Corinth
come to believe in Christ. *Application* God always fulfills His word; His
promises are magnificent, great, and sure (2 Peter 1:4). Trust in what He
reveals.
-During Gallio’s proconsul a disturbance is brought before
the judgment seat but is dismissed. Sosthenes is beaten but Paul stayed out
with the brethren’s protective efforts. He stays many more days and meets the believers,
Priscilla and Aquila, there doing tent making together for provision.
-Paul departs Corinth finally going to Cenchrea and Ephesus,
Caesarea, Jerusalem, and back to Antioch.
-After spending some time there back at the home bases, he
ventures out on a third missionary journey starting by land through Galatia and
Phrygia. In Ephesus, Apollos the Jewish Alexandrian who was an eloquent speaker
and knew Jesus from John the Baptist’s testimony and studying the Scriptures is
introduced. He was taught Christ’s completed work through Priscilla and Aquila.
He had great power and giftedness as the Lord was upon him. *Application* God
gifts certain people for His mighty purposes. Sometimes these need growth and
understanding. Who knows, you may influence the next great Christian leader of
the future generation by your simple acts of Christian obedience. Think about
that for a bit.
Verses to Memorize:
Acts 18:9-10
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