Acts 14:27

"From there they sailed to Antioch, from where they had been committed to the grace of God for the work which they had fulfilled."

Key Reflection

In Acts 14:27, after Paul and Barnabas had traveled to Iconium, Lystra, and Derbe, preaching the gospel and establishing churches, they returned by ship to Antioch. This journey back to Antioch was significant because it marked their completion of a specific mission committed to them by God, likely involving teaching and equipping local believers. The phrase "committed to the grace of God" highlights that this work was divinely ordained, underscoring the role of divine providence in the early spread of Christianity.

From the Scholars: Barnes' Notes

Verse 27. They rehearsed, etc. Ac 11:4. They related what had happened; their dangers and their success. This they did because they had been sent out by the church, and it was proper that they should give an account of their work; and because it furnished a suitable occasion of gratitude to God for his mercy. All that God had done, etc. In protecting, guarding them, etc. All was traced to God. Had opened the door of faith. Had furnished an opportunity of preaching the gospel to the Gentiles, 1 Co 16:9; 2 Co 2:12.

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