# Dag 126 - 2026 - Handelingen 18-20, Psalm 138

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Published: 2026-05-06T05:00:00+00:00
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## Resource

Follow Paul's missionary journeys through Corinth and Ephesus, where religious conviction clashes with local economic interests. The narrative explores the tension between spreading a new message and the resulting civil unrest and personal sacrifice.

## Highlights
- Main idea: Paul's transition from preaching in synagogues to reaching the Gentiles after facing Jewish opposition
- Tension: The economic conflict in Ephesus caused by the decline of the Artemis idol trade due to Paul's teachings
- Practical takeaway: The importance of supporting the weak through hard work, as modeled by Paul's manual labor
- Failure mode: The danger of false teachers emerging from within a community to distort the truth
- Lesson: Finding strength and stability in God's faithfulness even when facing personal danger or imprisonment

## Topics

Apostle Paul, Acts of the Apostles, Missionary Journeys, Ephesus, Corinth, Biblical History, Psalm 138, Christianity

## Chapters
- 1:00 — Paul in Corinth: Paul arrives in Corinth, meets Priscilla and Aquila, and begins preaching in the synagogue until facing opposition.
- 5:20 — Ministry in Ephesus: Paul's work in Ephesus leads to widespread influence, but also raises questions about the presence of the Holy Spirit among new believers.
- 6:40 — Miracles and Expansion: The spread of the message through Asia, accompanied by reports of miraculous healings through Paul's belongings.
- 9:40 — The Riot in Ephesus: Demetrius the silversmith incites a massive riot in Ephesus to protect the economic interests of the Artemis cult.
- 15:20 — A Difficult Mission: Paul reflects on his commitment to complete his mission despite knowing that imprisonment and suffering await him.
- 16:50 — Farewell to the Elders: A poignant farewell as Paul warns the Ephesian leaders about future threats and emphasizes the value of selfless service.
- 18:10 — Psalm 138: Praise and Protection: A concluding meditation on God's majesty, His care for the humble, and His protection against enemies.

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