If we talk about Acts 20 in detail,

Chapter 20 of Acts deals with the Apostle Paul concluding his third missionary journey, visiting various regions and giving a moving farewell speech to the elders of Ephesus. Below is a detailed explanation of the main contents of Acts 20.

1. Visit to Macedonia and Greece (20:1-6)

• The Journey Begins : After the commotion in Ephesus quiets down, Paul encourages his disciples, bids them farewell, and sets off for Macedonia.
• Macedonia and Greece : As Paul passes through Macedonia, he speaks many words and encourages his disciples. He arrives in Greece and stays for three months. During this time, he visits many churches and encourages the believers.
• Conspiracy : Paul attempted to sail to Syria, but upon learning of the Jewish conspiracy, he decided to return via Macedonia.
• Companions : Companions with Paul included Sopater from Berea, Aristarchus and Secundus from Thessalonica, Gaius and Timothy from Derbe, and Tychicus and Trophimus from Asia.

2. The incident at Troas (20:7-12)

• First day : On the first day, Paul meets and breaks bread with his disciples in Troas. He stays up late preaching because he plans to leave the next day.
• Resurrection of Eutychus : As night falls, a young man named Eutychus falls into a deep sleep while sitting at a window and falls from the third floor to his death. Paul goes down, embraces him, and brings him back to life, saying, “His life is in him.” This brings great comfort to people.

3. Meeting with the elders in Miletus (20:13-38)

• Journey : Paul passes through Ephesus and heads to Miletus to go straight to Asia. In order not to waste time in Ephesus, the elders are invited to Miletus.
• Farewell Speech : The farewell speech to the Ephesian elders is very moving. Here are the highlights:
  • Past Ministry : Paul reflects on his life in Asia, noting that he served the Lord with humility, many tears, and even in the midst of Jewish intrigue. He did not hesitate to teach what was beneficial both in public and at home, preaching repentance and faith to both Jews and Greeks.
  • Future Journey : Paul says he must go to Jerusalem, and the Holy Spirit testifies that bonds and tribulations await him in each city, but he does not value his life at all and wants to finish the journey and fulfill the mission he received from the Lord Jesus. says:
  • Exhortation : Elders are advised to be careful for their own sake and for the whole flock. It reminds us that God appointed them as overseers through the Holy Spirit to take care of God's church. Paul warns that wolves will come in and seek to harm the flock, and he says that he admonished each person with tears day and night without ceasing for three years.
  • Farewell : Paul entrusts them to God and his word of grace, and testifies that he did not covet anyone's silver, gold, or clothing. He also provides with his own hands, helps the weak, and emphasizes that, as Jesus said, giving is more blessed than receiving.
• Farewell Prayer : After hearing Paul's words, everyone kneels and prays. They embrace Paul's neck, kiss him, and are saddened by the news that they will no longer see his face. They see him off to the ship.

conclusion

Chapter 20 of Acts clearly shows Paul's dedicated ministry, love for the church, and his bold faith. His farewell speech emphasizes his deep affection for the church in Ephesus and at the same time the importance of the responsibility entrusted to the elders. Paul's life and ministry are a great inspiration to Christians, providing an example of his faithful leadership and faith.

 

 

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