Acts 19

Acts 19 details a significant period in the ministry of the Apostle Paul during his time in Ephesus.

Key Points


1.  Paul in Ephesus: The Reception of the Holy Spirit (Verses 1-7)


2.   Paul’s Teaching and Miracles in Ephesus (Verses 8-12)


3.   The Seven Sons of Sceva (Verses 13-16)


4.  Revival and Repentance in Ephesus (Verses 17-20)


5.   The Riot in Ephesus (Verses 21-41)


Takeaways:


Acts 19 highlights the transformative power of the gospel and the Holy Spirit, showing both the positive change in individuals and communities as well as the resistance from those whose interests are threatened.

50,000 drachmas: A significant amount of money, a drachmas was a days wage, in today's numbers approximately $135,000,000 USD.