Acts 17:1-9
https://www.biblestudytools.com/kjv/acts/passage/?q=acts+17:1-9
In Thessalonica
1 When Paul and his companions had passed through Amphipolis and Apollonia, they came to Thessalonica, where there was a Jewish synagogue. 2 As was his custom, Paul went into the synagogue, and on three Sabbath days he reasoned with them from the Scriptures, 3 explaining and proving that the Messiah had to suffer and rise from the dead. “This Jesus I am proclaiming to you is the Messiah,” he said. 4 Some of the Jews were persuaded and joined Paul and Silas, as did a large number of God-fearing Greeks and quite a few prominent women. 5 But other Jews were jealous; so they rounded up some bad characters from the marketplace, formed a mob and started a riot in the city. They rushed to Jason’s house in search of Paul and Silas in order to bring them out to the crowd. 6 But when they did not find them, they dragged Jason and some other believers before the city officials, shouting: “These men who have caused trouble all over the world have now come here, 7 and Jason has welcomed them into his house. They are all defying Caesar’s decrees, saying that there is another king, one called Jesus.” 8 When they heard this, the crowd and the city officials were thrown into turmoil. 9 Then they made Jason and the others post bond and let them go.
Study Notes: These will be added as I am able.
17:1 Thessalonica was one of the wealthiest and most influential cities in Macedonia. This is the first city Paul visited where his teachings attracted a large group of socially prominent citizens. The church he planted grew quickly, but in A.D. 50-51, Paul was forced out of the city by a mob (17:5, 6, 10). Paul later sent Timothy back to Thessalonica to see how the Christians were doing. Soon afterward, Paul wrote two letters to the Thessalonian believers (1 and 2 Thessalonians), encouraging them to remain faithful and to refuse to listen to false teachers who tried to refute their beliefs.
17:1, 2 A synagogue, a group of Jews who gathered for teaching and prayer, could be established when there were ten Jewish males. Paul's regular practice was to preach in synagogues as long as the Jews allowed it. Often those who weren't Jews would come to these services and hear Paul's preaching. For a description of a synagogue service, see the note on 13:14, 15.
17:2, 3 When Paul spoke in the synagogues, he wisely began by talking about Old Testament writings and explaining how the Messiah fulfilled them, moving from the known to the unknown. This is a good strategy for us. When we witness for Christ, we should begin where people are, affirming the truth they do know, and then we can present Christ, the One who is truth.
17:5 The Jewish leaders didn't refute the theology of Paul and Silas, but they were jealous of the popularity of these itinerant preachers. Their motives for causing the riot were rooted in personal jealousy, not doctrinal purity.
17:6 We don't know much about Jason except that he evidently was the local host and sponsor of Paul and Silas; thus he took the heat for all the problems. Jason is just one of many "unsung heroes" who faithfully played their part to help spread the gospel. Because of Jason's courage, Paul and Silas were able to minister more effectively. You may not receive much attention (in fact you may receive only grief) for your service for Christ. But God wants to use you. Lives will be changed because of your courage and faithfulness.
17:6 What a reputation these early Christians had! The Power of the gospel revolutionized lives, broke down all social barriers, threw open prison doors, caused people to care deeply for one another, and stirred them to worship God. Our world needs to be turned upside down, to be transformed. The gospel is not in the business of merely improving programs and encouraging good conduct, but of dynamically transforming lives. Take courage and ask God how you can help spread his Good News all over your world.
17:7 The Jewish leaders had difficulty manufacturing an accusation that would be heard by the city government. The Romans did not care about theological disagreements between the Jews and these preachers. Treason, however, was a serious offense in the Roman empire. Although Paul and Silas were not advocating rebellion against Roman law, their loyalty to another king sounded suspicious.
17:8, 9 Jason posted bond--putting up cash for freedom. By doing so, he promised that the trouble would cease or his own property and possibly his own life would be taken.
It seems like much of the stuff we see going on around us were also going on in Paul and Silas's time. Some people just would rather riot than hear the Good News and believe. And rioting not satisfying them, they must impose their demands on leaders to try to silence the Good News. The Son of God has conquered sin and death and offers that salvation to us too. God does not quit. He provides true peace, everlasting peace, amidst the turmoil. Choose wisely the path to take for yourself.
Our heavenly Father and Son and Holy Spirit of Truth, may this day be completely filled with Your goodness and mercy and love. As we celebrate Your power this weekend, let Your peace prevail. Thank You that we can gather in each others' homes to celebrate a meal together to honor this holy time. Keep our focus on You as we enjoy the goodness of family and friends. Keep our loved ones safe in Your care. With deeply grateful hearts, we pray in Jesus' name, Amen.
A Song: https://youtu.be/ZYrL9ea1XUg
Have a blessed day.
Acts 17:1-9
https://www.biblestudytools.com/kjv/acts/passage/?q=acts+17:1-9
In Thessalonica
1 When Paul and his companions had passed through Amphipolis and Apollonia, they came to Thessalonica, where there was a Jewish synagogue. 2 As was his custom, Paul went into the synagogue, and on three Sabbath days he reasoned with them from the Scriptures, 3 explaining and proving that the Messiah had to suffer and rise from the dead. “This Jesus I am proclaiming to you is the Messiah,” he said. 4 Some of the Jews were persuaded and joined Paul and Silas, as did a large number of God-fearing Greeks and quite a few prominent women. 5 But other Jews were jealous; so they rounded up some bad characters from the marketplace, formed a mob and started a riot in the city. They rushed to Jason’s house in search of Paul and Silas in order to bring them out to the crowd. 6 But when they did not find them, they dragged Jason and some other believers before the city officials, shouting: “These men who have caused trouble all over the world have now come here, 7 and Jason has welcomed them into his house. They are all defying Caesar’s decrees, saying that there is another king, one called Jesus.” 8 When they heard this, the crowd and the city officials were thrown into turmoil. 9 Then they made Jason and the others post bond and let them go.
Study Notes: These will be added as I am able.
17:1 Thessalonica was one of the wealthiest and most influential cities in Macedonia. This is the first city Paul visited where his teachings attracted a large group of socially prominent citizens. The church he planted grew quickly, but in A.D. 50-51, Paul was forced out of the city by a mob (17:5, 6, 10). Paul later sent Timothy back to Thessalonica to see how the Christians were doing. Soon afterward, Paul wrote two letters to the Thessalonian believers (1 and 2 Thessalonians), encouraging them to remain faithful and to refuse to listen to false teachers who tried to refute their beliefs.
17:1, 2 A synagogue, a group of Jews who gathered for teaching and prayer, could be established when there were ten Jewish males. Paul's regular practice was to preach in synagogues as long as the Jews allowed it. Often those who weren't Jews would come to these services and hear Paul's preaching. For a description of a synagogue service, see the note on 13:14, 15.
17:2, 3 When Paul spoke in the synagogues, he wisely began by talking about Old Testament writings and explaining how the Messiah fulfilled them, moving from the known to the unknown. This is a good strategy for us. When we witness for Christ, we should begin where people are, affirming the truth they do know, and then we can present Christ, the One who is truth.
17:5 The Jewish leaders didn't refute the theology of Paul and Silas, but they were jealous of the popularity of these itinerant preachers. Their motives for causing the riot were rooted in personal jealousy, not doctrinal purity.
17:6 We don't know much about Jason except that he evidently was the local host and sponsor of Paul and Silas; thus he took the heat for all the problems. Jason is just one of many "unsung heroes" who faithfully played their part to help spread the gospel. Because of Jason's courage, Paul and Silas were able to minister more effectively. You may not receive much attention (in fact you may receive only grief) for your service for Christ. But God wants to use you. Lives will be changed because of your courage and faithfulness.
17:6 What a reputation these early Christians had! The Power of the gospel revolutionized lives, broke down all social barriers, threw open prison doors, caused people to care deeply for one another, and stirred them to worship God. Our world needs to be turned upside down, to be transformed. The gospel is not in the business of merely improving programs and encouraging good conduct, but of dynamically transforming lives. Take courage and ask God how you can help spread his Good News all over your world.
17:7
17:8, 9
It seems like much of the stuff we see going on around us were also going on in Paul and Silas's time. Some people just would rather riot than hear the Good News and believe. And rioting not satisfying them, they must impose their demands on leaders to try to silence the Good News. The Son of God has conquered sin and death and offers that salvation to us too. God does not quit. He provides true peace, everlasting peace, amidst the turmoil. Choose wisely the path to take for yourself.
Our heavenly Father and Son and Holy Spirit of Truth, may this day be completely filled with Your goodness and mercy and love. As we celebrate Your power this weekend, let Your peace prevail. Thank You that we can gather in each others' homes to celebrate a meal together to honor this holy time. Keep our focus on You as we enjoy the goodness of family and friends. Keep our loved ones safe in Your care. With deeply grateful hearts, we pray in Jesus' name, Amen.
A Song: https://youtu.be/ZYrL9ea1XUg
Have a blessed day.
Acts 17:1-9
https://www.biblestudytools.com/kjv/acts/passage/?q=acts+17:1-9
In Thessalonica
1 When Paul and his companions had passed through Amphipolis and Apollonia, they came to Thessalonica, where there was a Jewish synagogue. 2 As was his custom, Paul went into the synagogue, and on three Sabbath days he reasoned with them from the Scriptures, 3 explaining and proving that the Messiah had to suffer and rise from the dead. “This Jesus I am proclaiming to you is the Messiah,” he said. 4 Some of the Jews were persuaded and joined Paul and Silas, as did a large number of God-fearing Greeks and quite a few prominent women. 5 But other Jews were jealous; so they rounded up some bad characters from the marketplace, formed a mob and started a riot in the city. They rushed to Jason’s house in search of Paul and Silas in order to bring them out to the crowd. 6 But when they did not find them, they dragged Jason and some other believers before the city officials, shouting: “These men who have caused trouble all over the world have now come here, 7 and Jason has welcomed them into his house. They are all defying Caesar’s decrees, saying that there is another king, one called Jesus.” 8 When they heard this, the crowd and the city officials were thrown into turmoil. 9 Then they made Jason and the others post bond and let them go.
Study Notes: These will be added as I am able.
17:1 Thessalonica was one of the wealthiest and most influential cities in Macedonia. This is the first city Paul visited where his teachings attracted a large group of socially prominent citizens. The church he planted grew quickly, but in A.D. 50-51, Paul was forced out of the city by a mob (17:5, 6, 10). Paul later sent Timothy back to Thessalonica to see how the Christians were doing. Soon afterward, Paul wrote two letters to the Thessalonian believers (1 and 2 Thessalonians), encouraging them to remain faithful and to refuse to listen to false teachers who tried to refute their beliefs.
17:1, 2 A synagogue, a group of Jews who gathered for teaching and prayer, could be established when there were ten Jewish males. Paul's regular practice was to preach in synagogues as long as the Jews allowed it. Often those who weren't Jews would come to these services and hear Paul's preaching. For a description of a synagogue service, see the note on 13:14, 15.
17:2, 3 When Paul spoke in the synagogues, he wisely began by talking about Old Testament writings and explaining how the Messiah fulfilled them, moving from the known to the unknown. This is a good strategy for us. When we witness for Christ, we should begin where people are, affirming the truth they do know, and then we can present Christ, the One who is truth.
17:5 The Jewish leaders didn't refute the theology of Paul and Silas, but they were jealous of the popularity of these itinerant preachers. Their motives for causing the riot were rooted in personal jealousy, not doctrinal purity.
17:6 We don't know much about Jason except that he evidently was the local host and sponsor of Paul and Silas; thus he took the heat for all the problems. Jason is just one of many "unsung heroes" who faithfully played their part to help spread the gospel. Because of Jason's courage, Paul and Silas were able to minister more effectively. You may not receive much attention (in fact you may receive only grief) for your service for Christ. But God wants to use you. Lives will be changed because of your courage and faithfulness.
17:6
17:7
17:8, 9
It seems like much of the stuff we see going on around us were also going on in Paul and Silas's time. Some people just would rather riot than hear the Good News and believe. And rioting not satisfying them, they must impose their demands on leaders to try to silence the Good News. The Son of God has conquered sin and death and offers that salvation to us too. God does not quit. He provides true peace, everlasting peace, amidst the turmoil. Choose wisely the path to take for yourself.
Our heavenly Father and Son and Holy Spirit of Truth, may this day be completely filled with Your goodness and mercy and love. As we celebrate Your power this weekend, let Your peace prevail. Thank You that we can gather in each others' homes to celebrate a meal together to honor this holy time. Keep our focus on You as we enjoy the goodness of family and friends. Keep our loved ones safe in Your care. With deeply grateful hearts, we pray in Jesus' name, Amen.
A Song: https://youtu.be/ZYrL9ea1XUg
Have a blessed day.
Acts 17:1-9
https://www.biblestudytools.com/kjv/acts/passage/?q=acts+17:1-9
In Thessalonica
1 When Paul and his companions had passed through Amphipolis and Apollonia, they came to Thessalonica, where there was a Jewish synagogue. 2 As was his custom, Paul went into the synagogue, and on three Sabbath days he reasoned with them from the Scriptures, 3 explaining and proving that the Messiah had to suffer and rise from the dead. “This Jesus I am proclaiming to you is the Messiah,” he said. 4 Some of the Jews were persuaded and joined Paul and Silas, as did a large number of God-fearing Greeks and quite a few prominent women. 5 But other Jews were jealous; so they rounded up some bad characters from the marketplace, formed a mob and started a riot in the city. They rushed to Jason’s house in search of Paul and Silas in order to bring them out to the crowd. 6 But when they did not find them, they dragged Jason and some other believers before the city officials, shouting: “These men who have caused trouble all over the world have now come here, 7 and Jason has welcomed them into his house. They are all defying Caesar’s decrees, saying that there is another king, one called Jesus.” 8 When they heard this, the crowd and the city officials were thrown into turmoil. 9 Then they made Jason and the others post bond and let them go.
Study Notes: These will be added as I am able.
17:1 Thessalonica was one of the wealthiest and most influential cities in Macedonia. This is the first city Paul visited where his teachings attracted a large group of socially prominent citizens. The church he planted grew quickly, but in A.D. 50-51, Paul was forced out of the city by a mob (17:5, 6, 10). Paul later sent Timothy back to Thessalonica to see how the Christians were doing. Soon afterward, Paul wrote two letters to the Thessalonian believers (1 and 2 Thessalonians), encouraging them to remain faithful and to refuse to listen to false teachers who tried to refute their beliefs.
17:1, 2 A synagogue, a group of Jews who gathered for teaching and prayer, could be established when there were ten Jewish males. Paul's regular practice was to preach in synagogues as long as the Jews allowed it. Often those who weren't Jews would come to these services and hear Paul's preaching. For a description of a synagogue service, see the note on 13:14, 15.
17:2, 3 When Paul spoke in the synagogues, he wisely began by talking about Old Testament writings and explaining how the Messiah fulfilled them, moving from the known to the unknown. This is a good strategy for us. When we witness for Christ, we should begin where people are, affirming the truth they do know, and then we can present Christ, the One who is truth.
17:5 The Jewish leaders didn't refute the theology of Paul and Silas, but they were jealous of the popularity of these itinerant preachers. Their motives for causing the riot were rooted in personal jealousy, not doctrinal purity.
17:6
17:6
17:7
17:8, 9
It seems like much of the stuff we see going on around us were also going on in Paul and Silas's time. Some people just would rather riot than hear the Good News and believe. And rioting not satisfying them, they must impose their demands on leaders to try to silence the Good News. The Son of God has conquered sin and death and offers that salvation to us too. God does not quit. He provides true peace, everlasting peace, amidst the turmoil. Choose wisely the path to take for yourself.
Our heavenly Father and Son and Holy Spirit of Truth, may this day be completely filled with Your goodness and mercy and love. As we celebrate Your power this weekend, let Your peace prevail. Thank You that we can gather in each others' homes to celebrate a meal together to honor this holy time. Keep our focus on You as we enjoy the goodness of family and friends. Keep our loved ones safe in Your care. With deeply grateful hearts, we pray in Jesus' name, Amen.
A Song: https://youtu.be/ZYrL9ea1XUg
Have a blessed day.
Acts 17:1-9
https://www.biblestudytools.com/kjv/acts/passage/?q=acts+17:1-9
In Thessalonica
1 When Paul and his companions had passed through Amphipolis and Apollonia, they came to Thessalonica, where there was a Jewish synagogue. 2 As was his custom, Paul went into the synagogue, and on three Sabbath days he reasoned with them from the Scriptures, 3 explaining and proving that the Messiah had to suffer and rise from the dead. “This Jesus I am proclaiming to you is the Messiah,” he said. 4 Some of the Jews were persuaded and joined Paul and Silas, as did a large number of God-fearing Greeks and quite a few prominent women. 5 But other Jews were jealous; so they rounded up some bad characters from the marketplace, formed a mob and started a riot in the city. They rushed to Jason’s house in search of Paul and Silas in order to bring them out to the crowd. 6 But when they did not find them, they dragged Jason and some other believers before the city officials, shouting: “These men who have caused trouble all over the world have now come here, 7 and Jason has welcomed them into his house. They are all defying Caesar’s decrees, saying that there is another king, one called Jesus.” 8 When they heard this, the crowd and the city officials were thrown into turmoil. 9 Then they made Jason and the others post bond and let them go.
Study Notes: These will be added as I am able.
17:1 Thessalonica was one of the wealthiest and most influential cities in Macedonia. This is the first city Paul visited where his teachings attracted a large group of socially prominent citizens. The church he planted grew quickly, but in A.D. 50-51, Paul was forced out of the city by a mob (17:5, 6, 10). Paul later sent Timothy back to Thessalonica to see how the Christians were doing. Soon afterward, Paul wrote two letters to the Thessalonian believers (1 and 2 Thessalonians), encouraging them to remain faithful and to refuse to listen to false teachers who tried to refute their beliefs.
17:1, 2 A synagogue, a group of Jews who gathered for teaching and prayer, could be established when there were ten Jewish males. Paul's regular practice was to preach in synagogues as long as the Jews allowed it. Often those who weren't Jews would come to these services and hear Paul's preaching. For a description of a synagogue service, see the note on 13:14, 15.
17:2, 3 When Paul spoke in the synagogues, he wisely began by talking about Old Testament writings and explaining how the Messiah fulfilled them, moving from the known to the unknown. This is a good strategy for us. When we witness for Christ, we should begin where people are, affirming the truth they do know, and then we can present Christ, the One who is truth.
17:5
17:6
17:6
17:7
17:8, 9
It seems like much of the stuff we see going on around us were also going on in Paul and Silas's time. Some people just would rather riot than hear the Good News and believe. And rioting not satisfying them, they must impose their demands on leaders to try to silence the Good News. The Son of God has conquered sin and death and offers that salvation to us too. God does not quit. He provides true peace, everlasting peace, amidst the turmoil. Choose wisely the path to take for yourself.
Our heavenly Father and Son and Holy Spirit of Truth, may this day be completely filled with Your goodness and mercy and love. As we celebrate Your power this weekend, let Your peace prevail. Thank You that we can gather in each others' homes to celebrate a meal together to honor this holy time. Keep our focus on You as we enjoy the goodness of family and friends. Keep our loved ones safe in Your care. With deeply grateful hearts, we pray in Jesus' name, Amen.
A Song: https://youtu.be/ZYrL9ea1XUg
Have a blessed day.
Acts 17:1-9
https://www.biblestudytools.com/kjv/acts/passage/?q=acts+17:1-9
In Thessalonica
1 When Paul and his companions had passed through Amphipolis and Apollonia, they came to Thessalonica, where there was a Jewish synagogue. 2 As was his custom, Paul went into the synagogue, and on three Sabbath days he reasoned with them from the Scriptures, 3 explaining and proving that the Messiah had to suffer and rise from the dead. “This Jesus I am proclaiming to you is the Messiah,” he said. 4 Some of the Jews were persuaded and joined Paul and Silas, as did a large number of God-fearing Greeks and quite a few prominent women. 5 But other Jews were jealous; so they rounded up some bad characters from the marketplace, formed a mob and started a riot in the city. They rushed to Jason’s house in search of Paul and Silas in order to bring them out to the crowd. 6 But when they did not find them, they dragged Jason and some other believers before the city officials, shouting: “These men who have caused trouble all over the world have now come here, 7 and Jason has welcomed them into his house. They are all defying Caesar’s decrees, saying that there is another king, one called Jesus.” 8 When they heard this, the crowd and the city officials were thrown into turmoil. 9 Then they made Jason and the others post bond and let them go.
Study Notes: These will be added as I am able.
17:1 Thessalonica was one of the wealthiest and most influential cities in Macedonia. This is the first city Paul visited where his teachings attracted a large group of socially prominent citizens. The church he planted grew quickly, but in A.D. 50-51, Paul was forced out of the city by a mob (17:5, 6, 10). Paul later sent Timothy back to Thessalonica to see how the Christians were doing. Soon afterward, Paul wrote two letters to the Thessalonian believers (1 and 2 Thessalonians), encouraging them to remain faithful and to refuse to listen to false teachers who tried to refute their beliefs.
17:1, 2 A synagogue, a group of Jews who gathered for teaching and prayer, could be established when there were ten Jewish males. Paul's regular practice was to preach in synagogues as long as the Jews allowed it. Often those who weren't Jews would come to these services and hear Paul's preaching. For a description of a synagogue service, see the note on 13:14, 15.
17:2, 3
17:5
17:6
17:6
17:7
17:8, 9
It seems like much of the stuff we see going on around us were also going on in Paul and Silas's time. Some people just would rather riot than hear the Good News and believe. And rioting not satisfying them, they must impose their demands on leaders to try to silence the Good News. The Son of God has conquered sin and death and offers that salvation to us too. God does not quit. He provides true peace, everlasting peace, amidst the turmoil. Choose wisely the path to take for yourself.
Our heavenly Father and Son and Holy Spirit of Truth, may this day be completely filled with Your goodness and mercy and love. As we celebrate Your power this weekend, let Your peace prevail. Thank You that we can gather in each others' homes to celebrate a meal together to honor this holy time. Keep our focus on You as we enjoy the goodness of family and friends. Keep our loved ones safe in Your care. With deeply grateful hearts, we pray in Jesus' name, Amen.
A Song: https://youtu.be/ZYrL9ea1XUg
Have a blessed day.
Acts 17:1-9
https://www.biblestudytools.com/kjv/acts/passage/?q=acts+17:1-9
In Thessalonica
1 When Paul and his companions had passed through Amphipolis and Apollonia, they came to Thessalonica, where there was a Jewish synagogue. 2 As was his custom, Paul went into the synagogue, and on three Sabbath days he reasoned with them from the Scriptures, 3 explaining and proving that the Messiah had to suffer and rise from the dead. “This Jesus I am proclaiming to you is the Messiah,” he said. 4 Some of the Jews were persuaded and joined Paul and Silas, as did a large number of God-fearing Greeks and quite a few prominent women. 5 But other Jews were jealous; so they rounded up some bad characters from the marketplace, formed a mob and started a riot in the city. They rushed to Jason’s house in search of Paul and Silas in order to bring them out to the crowd. 6 But when they did not find them, they dragged Jason and some other believers before the city officials, shouting: “These men who have caused trouble all over the world have now come here, 7 and Jason has welcomed them into his house. They are all defying Caesar’s decrees, saying that there is another king, one called Jesus.” 8 When they heard this, the crowd and the city officials were thrown into turmoil. 9 Then they made Jason and the others post bond and let them go.
Study Notes: These will be added as I am able.
17:1 Thessalonica was one of the wealthiest and most influential cities in Macedonia. This is the first city Paul visited where his teachings attracted a large group of socially prominent citizens. The church he planted grew quickly, but in A.D. 50-51, Paul was forced out of the city by a mob (17:5, 6, 10). Paul later sent Timothy back to Thessalonica to see how the Christians were doing. Soon afterward, Paul wrote two letters to the Thessalonian believers (1 and 2 Thessalonians), encouraging them to remain faithful and to refuse to listen to false teachers who tried to refute their beliefs.
17:1, 2
17:2, 3
17:5
17:6
17:6
17:7
17:8, 9
It seems like much of the stuff we see going on around us were also going on in Paul and Silas's time. Some people just would rather riot than hear the Good News and believe. And rioting not satisfying them, they must impose their demands on leaders to try to silence the Good News. The Son of God has conquered sin and death and offers that salvation to us too. God does not quit. He provides true peace, everlasting peace, amidst the turmoil. Choose wisely the path to take for yourself.
Our heavenly Father and Son and Holy Spirit of Truth, may this day be completely filled with Your goodness and mercy and love. As we celebrate Your power this weekend, let Your peace prevail. Thank You that we can gather in each others' homes to celebrate a meal together to honor this holy time. Keep our focus on You as we enjoy the goodness of family and friends. Keep our loved ones safe in Your care. With deeply grateful hearts, we pray in Jesus' name, Amen.
A Song: https://youtu.be/ZYrL9ea1XUg
Have a blessed day.
Acts 17:1-9
https://www.biblestudytools.com/kjv/acts/passage/?q=acts+17:1-9
In Thessalonica
1 When Paul and his companions had passed through Amphipolis and Apollonia, they came to Thessalonica, where there was a Jewish synagogue. 2 As was his custom, Paul went into the synagogue, and on three Sabbath days he reasoned with them from the Scriptures, 3 explaining and proving that the Messiah had to suffer and rise from the dead. “This Jesus I am proclaiming to you is the Messiah,” he said. 4 Some of the Jews were persuaded and joined Paul and Silas, as did a large number of God-fearing Greeks and quite a few prominent women. 5 But other Jews were jealous; so they rounded up some bad characters from the marketplace, formed a mob and started a riot in the city. They rushed to Jason’s house in search of Paul and Silas in order to bring them out to the crowd. 6 But when they did not find them, they dragged Jason and some other believers before the city officials, shouting: “These men who have caused trouble all over the world have now come here, 7 and Jason has welcomed them into his house. They are all defying Caesar’s decrees, saying that there is another king, one called Jesus.” 8 When they heard this, the crowd and the city officials were thrown into turmoil. 9 Then they made Jason and the others post bond and let them go.
Study Notes: These will be added as I am able.
17:1 Thessalonica was one of the wealthiest and most influential cities in Macedonia. This is the first city Paul visited where his teachings attracted a large group of socially prominent citizens. The church he planted grew quickly, but in A.D. 50-51, Paul was forced out of the city by a mob (17:5, 6, 10). Paul later sent Timothy back to Thessalonica to see how the Christians were doing. Soon afterward, Paul wrote two letters to the Thessalonian believers (1 and 2 Thessalonians), encouraging them to remain faithful and to refuse to listen to false teachers who tried to refute their beliefs.
17:1, 2
17:2, 3
17:5
17:6
17:6
17:7
It seems like much of the stuff we see going on around us were also going on in Paul and Silas's time. Some people just would rather riot than hear the Good News and believe. And rioting not satisfying them, they must impose their demands on leaders to try to silence the Good News. The Son of God has conquered sin and death and offers that salvation to us too. God does not quit. He provides true peace, everlasting peace, amidst the turmoil. Choose wisely the path to take for yourself.
Our heavenly Father and Son and Holy Spirit of Truth, may this day be completely filled with Your goodness and mercy and love. As we celebrate Your power this weekend, let Your peace prevail. Thank You that we can gather in each others' homes to celebrate a meal together to honor this holy time. Keep our focus on You as we enjoy the goodness of family and friends. Keep our loved ones safe in Your care. With deeply grateful hearts, we pray in Jesus' name, Amen.
A Song: https://youtu.be/ZYrL9ea1XUg
Have a blessed day.
Acts 17:1-9
https://www.biblestudytools.com/kjv/acts/passage/?q=acts+17:1-9
In Thessalonica
1 When Paul and his companions had passed through Amphipolis and Apollonia, they came to Thessalonica, where there was a Jewish synagogue. 2 As was his custom, Paul went into the synagogue, and on three Sabbath days he reasoned with them from the Scriptures, 3 explaining and proving that the Messiah had to suffer and rise from the dead. “This Jesus I am proclaiming to you is the Messiah,” he said. 4 Some of the Jews were persuaded and joined Paul and Silas, as did a large number of God-fearing Greeks and quite a few prominent women. 5 But other Jews were jealous; so they rounded up some bad characters from the marketplace, formed a mob and started a riot in the city. They rushed to Jason’s house in search of Paul and Silas in order to bring them out to the crowd. 6 But when they did not find them, they dragged Jason and some other believers before the city officials, shouting: “These men who have caused trouble all over the world have now come here, 7 and Jason has welcomed them into his house. They are all defying Caesar’s decrees, saying that there is another king, one called Jesus.” 8 When they heard this, the crowd and the city officials were thrown into turmoil. 9 Then they made Jason and the others post bond and let them go.
Study Notes: These will be added as I am able.
It seems like much of the stuff we see going on around us were also going on in Paul and Silas's time. Some people just would rather riot than hear the Good News and believe. And rioting not satisfying them, they must impose their demands on leaders to try to silence the Good News. The Son of God has conquered sin and death and offers that salvation to us too. God does not quit. He provides true peace, everlasting peace, amidst the turmoil. Choose wisely the path to take for yourself.
Our heavenly Father and Son and Holy Spirit of Truth, may this day be completely filled with Your goodness and mercy and love. As we celebrate Your power this weekend, let Your peace prevail. Thank You that we can gather in each others' homes to celebrate a meal together to honor this holy time. Keep our focus on You as we enjoy the goodness of family and friends. Keep our loved ones safe in Your care. With deeply grateful hearts, we pray in Jesus' name, Amen.
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Have a blessed day.