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St. Paul’s second journey
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St. Paul’s second journey

c. 49–52 · 12 stops

The Gospel crosses into Europe: Philippi, Thessaloniki, Athens and Corinth (Acts 15–18).

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    1. Antioch

      After the Council of Jerusalem, Paul sets out again, this time with Silas.

      Acts 15:36–40

    2. Tarsus

      They pass through Cilicia, Paul’s home region around Tarsus, strengthening the churches.

      Acts 15:41

    3. Lystra

      Young Timothy joins them, a disciple well spoken of by the brethren.

      Acts 16:1–3

    4. Troas

      In a night vision a man of Macedonia pleads, “Come over and help us.” Luke joins the team here.

      Acts 16:8–10

    5. Philippi

      Lydia, a seller of purple, is baptized: the first believer in Europe. Paul and Silas sing hymns in prison at midnight, and the jailer is baptized with his household.

      Acts 16:12–34

    6. Thessaloniki

      Paul preaches three Sabbaths and founds the church he later writes two letters to.

      Acts 17:1–9

    7. Berea

      The Bereans search the Scriptures every day to see if these things are so.

      Acts 17:10–14

    8. Athens

      Paul speaks on the Areopagus about the “unknown god.” Dionysius the Areopagite believes.

      Acts 17:16–34

    9. Corinth

      A year and a half making tents with Aquila and Priscilla, and the church of Corinth is born.

      Acts 18:1–18

    10. Ephesus

      A short first visit to Ephesus, with a promise to return.

      Acts 18:19–21

    11. Caesarea

      Paul lands at Caesarea.

      Acts 18:22

    12. Jerusalem

      He goes up to greet the church in Jerusalem, then returns to Antioch.

      Acts 18:22

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