Paul's Journeys and Imprisonment: A Biblical Overview
The Acts of the Apostles provides insights into Paul's journey to Rome, his trials, and ultimate fate. Explore the evidence of Paul's release, his experiences in Rome, and the events leading to his arrest and subsequent martyrdom. The account also delves into his final letter to Timothy, showcasing his unwavering faith and commitment to the gospel despite facing imminent death.
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The Acts of the Apostles Acts 28 Paul s Journey To Rome Sunday January 12, 2019 1
Paul in Rome Results of Paul s appeal to Caesar. Acts does not reveal anything about the trial. Evidence indicates at the end of 2 years, Paul was released. Philemon 22; Philippians 1:25; Philippians 2:23-24
Paul in Rome Evidence for Paul s release No place can be found in preceding history for: Leaving Timothy in Ephesus while Paul was in Macedonia. 1 Timothy 1:3 Leaving Titus in Crete. Titus 1:5 Paul s visit to Miletus when he left Trophimus there sick. 2 Timothy 4:20 Paul s visit to Nicopolis to winter. Titus 3:12 Told the Romans he hoped to go to Spain someday Romans 15:24, but no evidence that he ever did.
Paul in Rome Large portion of Rome burned in 64 AD Nero blamed the Christians. He was a cruel, unscrupulous man who killed Christians in his arena as a form of sport.
Paul in Rome Paul was arrested again. Note: 2 Timothy1:1ff; cf. 2 Timothy 4:6-22 Does not anticipate release. Demas forsook him. Crescens went to Galatia. Titus went to Dalmatia. Tychicus sent to Ephesus. 2 Timothy 4:12 Luke alone was with him, expected Timothy and Mark. 2 Timothy 4:11 2 Timothy 4:10
Paul in Rome According to early church historians, Paul beheaded rather than facing the inhumane arena or the cross. Merits of Roman citizenship under Nero. (AD 68) He faced death as a time to gain the crown that was awaiting him in heaven. cf. 1st imprisonment (Philippians 2:20ff) He was a great man, apostle, and servant of God!
2 Timothy Paul s last letter was written to his beloved son in the gospel, Timothy He mentions in chapter four, verse 21: give diligence to come before winter. Earlier in verses 6-8 he pens these beautiful words: For I am already being offered, and the time of my departure is come. I have fought the good fight, I have finished the course, I have kept the faith; henceforth, there is laid up for me the crown of righteousness, which the Lord, the righteous Judge, will give to me at that Day, and not to me only, but also to all them that have loved His appearing. 2 Timothy 4:6-8
Which Journey? Paul s Journey s Reviewed 3 _____ 12 Men were re-baptized _____ Visited the city of Salamis _____ Luke joined Paul at Troas _____ Bereans searched the scriptures _____ Luke joined Paul at Philippi _____ Paul calls for the elders at Miletus _____ Acts 15-18 _____ Mark leaves Paul at Perga _____ Aquila and Priscilla go to Ephesus _____ Paul shipwrecked on Malta _____ Brethren tell Paul not to go to Jerusalem _____ Eutychus falls asleep and falls dead _____ Paul was stoned and left for dead _____ Covered 600 miles _____ Letter from Jerusalem delivered _____ Timothy joins Paul at Derbe and Lystra 2 1 2 2 3 3 2 1 2 4 3 3 1 1 2
Worksheet On Acts Chapter 28 Worksheet On Acts Chapter 28 SUMMARIZE: 28:1-6 28:7-10 28:11-15 28:16 28:17-22 28:23-29 28:30-31 9
PEOPLE: Barbarians: Publius: Caesar: Chief of the Jews: Isaiah: 10
PLACES: Alexandria: Melita: The Market of Appius and The Three Taverns: Rome: 11
QUESTIONS: QUESTIONS: 1. After the shipwreck where were they? 2. inhabitants of this place? What kind of reception were they shown by the 3. What happened to Paul as he added wood to the fire? 4. event? What did the inhabitants of the island say about this 5. it? How did the viper effect Paul and what did he do with 12
6. them? When the people observed this how did it affect 7. Who was the chief man of the island? 8. How did he treat Paul and his company? 9. islanders respond to what Paul did? What did Paul do for him and how did the 10. What acts of kindness did the islanders show toward those who had been shipwrecked as they were about to sail? 13
11. How long had they been in Melita? 12. What ship did they depart on? 13. Where did they go next and how long did they stay? 14. From 28:14, what evidence do we find of the spread of the gospel in Italy? 15. How far had brethren come to meet Paul and his company? 14
16. What effect did the brethren have upon Paul? 17. What liberty was given Paul in Rome? 18. Whom did Paul call together after three days? 19. What things did Paul rehearse with them? 20. How did these reply to Paul's statements? 15
21. What did Paul tell them in their second meeting? 22. How did they react to Paul this time? 23. What did Paul say to them in conclusion? 24. What did Paul explain about the gentiles? 25. How did Paul live in Rome? How long? 26. What did Paul do while in Rome? 16
Brief Outline Acts 1:8, But ye shall receive power, when the Holy Spirit is come upon you: and ye shall be my witnesses both in Jerusalem, and in all Judaea and Samaria, and unto the uttermost part of the earth. Acts 1-8:4, in Jerusalem. Acts 8:5-12, in all Judaea and Samaria Acts 13-28, the uttermost part of the earth.
Outline I. The Church In Jerusalem, 1:1-7:60 A. Preparation For The Work 1:1-26. B. Events Of Pentecost 2:1-47. C. The Church Unfolding In Miracles And Enduring Persecution 3:1-4:47. D. The Church Unfolding In Power 5:1-16. E. The Church Caring For Grecian Widows 6:1-8. F. The Church Struggling And Scattering 6:8-8:4.
