Acquila and Priscilla: A Model Marriage for the Lord
Married couple Acquila and Priscilla exemplified a partnership centered on serving the Lord together. They worked in unity, practiced hospitality, supported preachers, were evangelistically opportunistic, and emphasized Christian values such as hospitality in their home. Their story inspires Christians to prioritize faith in their marriages and ministries.
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Acquila and Priscilla How To Make Your Marriage Work (For the Lord)
They Worked Together Acquila and Priscilla are always mentioned together. Acts 18:2, 18, 26 Romans 16:3 1 Corinthians 16:19 2 Timothy 4:19 They were of the same mind when it came to making their marriage work for the cause of Christ.
They Practiced Hospitality Paul stayed with them for a year and a half (Acts 18:1-3, 11). Both parties benefitted from this arrangement. The church met in their house on two different occasions: Ephesus (1 Cor. 16:19, 8) Rome (Rom. 16:3-5)
The Christian and Hospitality Christians are to be given to hospitality (Rom. 12:13) and are to hospitable without grumbling (1 Pet. 4:9). Hospitality helps the members of the church to grow closer together. Hospitality provides opportunities to introduce people to the gospel.
They Supported Preachers and Preaching They helped Paul Acts 18:1-3, 18-19; Rom. 16:3-4 They helped Apollos Acts 18:24-28
They Were Evangelistically Opportunistic They put themselves in situations where they would come into contact with those who would be interested in the gospel. They took advantage of opportunities.
