Acts 21:5

"Having found disciples, we stayed there seven days. These said to Paul through the Spirit that he should not go up to Jerusalem."

Key Reflection

In Acts 21:5, Luke narrates a significant moment where Paul and his companions found disciples in Tyre before embarking on their journey to Jerusalem. These disciples, guided by the Holy Spirit, advised Paul against traveling to Jerusalem, sensing potential danger or divine guidance. This act of listening to and heeding spiritual counsel underscores the importance of community discernment and the ongoing presence of the Holy Spirit in the early church's decision-making processes.

From the Scholars: Barnes' Notes

Verse 5. Had accomplished those days. When those days were passed. They all brought us on our way. They attended us. See Barnes "Ac 15:3"; See Barnes "Ro 15:24"; See Barnes "1 Co 16:6,11"; See Barnes "3 Jo 1:6". This was an expression of tender attachment, and of a deep interest in the welfare of Paul and his fellow-travellers. We kneeled down. See Barnes "Ac 20:36". On the shore. Any place may be proper for prayer. See Barnes "Joh 4:21, also Joh 4:22-24. God is everywhere, and can as easily hear the prayer of the humble on the sea-shore as in the most magnificent temple.

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