The 3rd Go Round

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By Pastor Don Roscoe, July 06, 2025

The teaching of the Paul's Odyssey series up to this point can be broken down into three sections:

First - Saul who also was known as Paul

Acts 7-12

Understanding Paul's life by the locations where Scripture places him:

  1. Tarsus - Formation
  2. Jerusalem - Education
  3. Damascus - Conversion
  4. Arabia - Transformation
  5. Jerusalem - Demonstration
  6. Syria & Cilicia - Instruction
  7. Antioch - Collaboration

Second - First Missionary Journey: Evangelizing and Establishing

Acts 13-14

Third - Second Missionary Journey: Encouraging and Enlarging

Acts 15-18

Acts 18:18-19

Two simple thoughts:

  1. It's good to have partners in ministry who share the vision and work.
  2. Everyone has a responsibility to share Christ.

Acts 18:20-22

Two simple thoughts:

  1. Our time on planet earth is limited so we should prioritize God's purpose for our life and God's people in our life.
  2. Accountability for our Christian lives and ministry is essential for God's blessings and greater effectiveness.

Acts 18:23

Two simple thoughts:

  1. Socializing and rest are not the reason that God saved us.
  2. A healthy Christian is not a lazy Christian...but one who is actively involved in honoring God and helping people.

Application:

  1. You are encouraged to read and think deeply about our text today (Acts 18:18-23)
  2. Review the six simple thoughts that were presented and determine which one needs your urgent attention.
  3. Consider your commitment to God's Church and find a place that will help you grow and equip you to go and make a difference in the second half of 2025.