Acts of the Apostles Chapter 18

Questions and Answers

What was the reason Aquila and Priscilla left Rome to come to Corinth?

They were invited by Paul to join his mission.

They were fleeing from persecution in Pontus.

Aquila was seeking business opportunities in Corinth.

Claudius had ordered all Jews to leave Rome. (correct)

What profession did Paul share with Aquila and Priscilla?

Carpenter

Stone mason

Tentmaker (correct)

Leatherworker

What did Paul do every Sabbath in the synagogue?

Reasoned and preached to persuade Jews and Greeks (correct)

Led musical worship

Conducted sacrifices

Taught children

What caused Paul to stop preaching to the Jews?

The Jews opposed and became abusive towards him. Signup and view all the answers

During what time period did Paul stay in Corinth teaching the word of God?

One year and six months Signup and view all the answers

What accusation did the Jews of Corinth bring against Paul?

He was persuading people to worship God in ways contrary to the law. Signup and view all the answers

What was Gallio's initially stated position regarding the Jews' complaint against Paul?

He dismissed the complaint as irrelevant to legal matters. Signup and view all the answers

What reassurance did Paul receive during the night through a vision?

He would not be harmed and should continue speaking. Signup and view all the answers

Paul left Athens and went to ______.

Corinth Signup and view all the answers

Aquila was a native of ______.

Pontus Signup and view all the answers

Paul reasoned in the ______ every Sabbath.

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Paul shook out his clothes in protest and said, 'Your blood be on your own ______!'

heads Signup and view all the answers

Crispus, the synagogue leader, and his entire household ______ in the Lord.

believed Signup and view all the answers

The Lord spoke to Paul in a ______: 'Do not be afraid; keep on speaking.'

vision Signup and view all the answers

Paul stayed in Corinth for a year and a ______.

half Signup and view all the answers

The Jews of Corinth brought Paul to the place of ______.

judgment Signup and view all the answers

Gallio was the proconsul of ______.

Achaia Signup and view all the answers

Paul was accused of persuading people to worship God in ways contrary to the ______.

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Study Notes

Paul's Journey to Corinth

Paul arrives in Corinth after leaving Athens, a major city known for trade and culture.
Meets Aquila and Priscilla, Jewish tentmakers expelled from Rome due to Emperor Claudius' edict against Jews.

Paul's Activities in Corinth

Paul works as a tentmaker while preaching every Sabbath in the synagogue to Jews and Greeks.
Silas and Timothy join Paul from Macedonia, leading him to focus solely on preaching about Jesus as the Messiah.

Conflict and Response

Paul's teachings encounter opposition, prompting him to declare that he will turn to the Gentiles.
He moves next door to the house of Titius Justus, gaining success with Crispus, the synagogue leader, and many Corinthians who accept and are baptized.

Divine Encouragement

Paul receives a vision reassuring him not to fear, affirming that he is protected and should continue his teachings.
Paul teaches in Corinth for a year and a half, building a foundation for the Christian community.

Legal Troubles

The Jews in Corinth unite to confront Paul when Gallio is the proconsul of Achaia, accusing him of violating Jewish law.
Gallio dismisses the case, suggesting the Jews resolve the matter themselves since it's based on their law, not Roman law.

Aftermath of the Confrontation

Following Gallio's dismissal, Sosthenes, the synagogue leader, is attacked by the crowd, indicating rising tensions within the Jewish community.
Gallio's indifference to the conflict showcases the Roman authorities' general non-involvement in religious disputes.

Paul's Journey to Corinth

Paul left Athens and traveled to Corinth, encountering a Jew named Aquila and his wife Priscilla, who had fled Rome due to Claudius' decree expelling Jews.
Both Paul and Aquila were tentmakers, leading to a partnership where Paul stayed and worked alongside them.
Every Sabbath, Paul reasoned in the synagogue, attempting to persuade both Jews and Greeks about the message of Jesus.

Departure from the Synagogue

The arrival of Silas and Timothy from Macedonia allowed Paul to focus entirely on preaching, specifically to the Jews about Jesus as the Messiah.
Facing opposition and abuse from some Jews, Paul declared his innocence, indicating a shift to preaching to Gentiles instead.

Growth of the Early Church

Paul moved his ministry next door to Titius Justus' house, a God-worshiper; many, including Crispus, the synagogue leader, became believers and were baptized.
Paul received a vision from the Lord, assuring him of protection and encouraging him to continue speaking, promising a supportive audience in the city.

Paul's Extended Stay in Corinth

Paul remained in Corinth for a year and a half, dedicated to teaching the word of God to the Corinthians.

Legal Challenge before Gallio

While Gallio was the proconsul of Achaia, Jewish leaders in Corinth united against Paul, accusing him of promoting worship contrary to Jewish law.
Gallio dismissed the case, asserting it was a matter for the Jews to resolve, as it pertained to their religious law rather than a civil issue.
Following this, a crowd attacked Sosthenes, the synagogue leader, showing Gallio's indifference to the unrest.

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