Acts 19:22

"Now after these things had ended, Paul determined in the Spirit, when he had passed through Macedonia and Achaia, to go to Jerusalem, saying, “After I have been there, I must also see Rome.”"

Key Reflection

Paul's journey after his work in Ephesus marked a pivotal moment in his ministry, as he aimed to fulfill his long-held desire to reach Rome. For the early Christian community, especially those familiar with Paul’s travels and plans, this statement would have been significant, indicating his commitment to spreading the gospel throughout the known world, from Jerusalem to Rome, symbolizing a comprehensive outreach across the Roman Empire.

From the Scholars: Barnes' Notes

Verse 22. Timotheus. Timothy. He was a proper person to send there to visit the churches, as he had been there before with Paul, when they were established, Ac 16:3; 17:14. And Erastus. Erastus was chamberlain of Corinth, (Ro 16:23,) or, more properly, the treasurer of the city, See Barnes "Ro 16:23"; and he was, therefore, a very proper person to be sent with Timothy, for the purpose of making the collection for the poor at Jerusalem. Paul had wisdom enough to employ a man accustomed to monied transactions in making a collection. On this collection his heart was intent, and he afterwards went up with it to Jerusalem. 2 Co 8; 2 Co 9. Stayed in Asia. At Ephesus. For a season.

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