Do you have a question, submit it here. A tired missionary walks into Corinth alone, finds a job, finds friends, and then watches God build a church right in the middle of resistance. We’re in Acts 18, tracing how Paul keeps preaching Jesus as the Christ while juggling tentmaking, facing rejection, and learning to trust God’s timing and protection. We talk about what bivocational ministry really looks like, why opposition does not mean failure, and how Paul draws a clear line between faithful witness and forced decisions. From Crispus believing with his household to the nighttime vision that pushes Paul past fear, this chapter shows the gospel advancing through ordinary rhythms: work, conversation, hospitality, and consistent teaching. Then the story turns public when Paul is dragged before Gallio’s tribunal. The legal threat fizzles, but the messiness remains, reminding us that God can guard His people without promising a pain-free path. We also follow Paul’s continued travels and his heart for strengthening disciples, not just making converts. Finally, Apollos enters the scene, and Priscilla and Aquila model healthy discipleship: pull someone close, teach with humility, and send them out stronger. If you’ve ever wondered how to invite friends back into church, how to grow deeper without getting distracted by “entertainment Christianity,” or how to keep speaking when you feel pressure to stay quiet, this conversation is for you. Subscribe, share with a friend, and leave a review so more people can find the study.
