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St. Paul’s first journey
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St. Paul’s first journey

c. 46–48 · 10 stops

With Barnabas through Cyprus and Asia Minor (Acts 13–14).

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    1. Antioch

      The Holy Spirit says, “Set apart for me Barnabas and Saul.” The church in Antioch lays hands on them and sends them out.

      Acts 13:1–3

    2. Salamis

      They preach in the synagogues of Cyprus, Barnabas’ home island, with John Mark helping them.

      Acts 13:4–5

    3. Paphos

      The governor Sergius Paulus believes after the sorcerer Elymas is struck blind. From here on, Saul is called Paul.

      Acts 13:6–12

    4. Perga

      John Mark leaves them and goes home to Jerusalem, which later divides Paul and Barnabas.

      Acts 13:13

    5. Pisidian Antioch

      Paul’s great sermon in the synagogue. When many reject it, he says, “We turn to the Gentiles.”

      Acts 13:14–52

    6. Iconium

      A great number believe, but a plot to stone the apostles drives them on.

      Acts 14:1–6

    7. Lystra

      Paul heals a man lame from birth. The crowd calls them gods, then turns on them, and Paul is stoned and left for dead.

      Acts 14:8–20

    8. Derbe

      They make many disciples in Derbe, then turn back to strengthen the young churches.

      Acts 14:20–22

    9. Attalia

      After appointing elders in every church, they sail home from the port of Attalia.

      Acts 14:23–26

    10. Antioch

      They tell the church all God has done, and how He opened the door of faith to the Gentiles.

      Acts 14:27–28

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