Act 18:24-28 | MHM | STEP | Apollos Taught by Priscilla and Aquila This section introduces Apollos, a Jew from Alexandria, who became a powerful preacher of the gospel. He was well educated and enthusiastic, but he only knew part of the Christian message. Through the help of faithful believers, he grew in understanding and became a blessing to the church. v. 24 : A Jew named Apollos came to Ephesus. He was born in Alexandria, a city known for its learning. Apollos was an eloquent speaker and well-versed in the Scriptures. He had a great ability to explain and teach God's word clearly and persuasively.

‏ Acts 18:24-28

Apollos Taught by Priscilla and Aquila

This section introduces Apollos, a Jew from Alexandria, who became a powerful preacher of the gospel. He was well educated and enthusiastic, but he only knew part of the Christian message. Through the help of faithful believers, he grew in understanding and became a blessing to the church.

v. 24: A Jew named Apollos came to Ephesus. He was born in Alexandria, a city known for its learning. Apollos was an eloquent speaker and well-versed in the Scriptures. He had a great ability to explain and teach God's word clearly and persuasively.

v. 25: Apollos had been taught about the way of the Lord, and he was passionate in spirit. He spoke and taught accurately about Jesus, but he only knew about the baptism of John. This means he understood that people needed to repent, but he did not yet know the full message of salvation through Jesus Christ and the Holy Spirit.

v. 26: Apollos began to speak boldly in the synagogue. When Priscilla and Aquila, two faithful Christians, heard him, they saw that his knowledge was incomplete. They took him aside and explained to him the way of God more fully. They did this kindly and privately, helping him understand the gospel better.

v. 27: When Apollos wanted to go to Achaia, the believers encouraged him and wrote a letter to the disciples there, welcoming him. When he arrived, he was a great help to those who by grace had believed. Apollos used his knowledge and new understanding to serve and strengthen the church.

v. 28: Apollos powerfully refuted the Jews in public debates. He showed from the Scriptures that Jesus is the Christ, the promised Messiah. Through his clear teaching and strong arguments, many people were convinced of the truth about Jesus.