A Gentle Ramble Through the Bible - Class 165

  

                                

Riot in Jerusalem

Over the strenuous objections of all those who love him, Paul persists in returning to Jerusalem in spite of the danger. He delivers the contributions he’s collected for the church, and they advise him to make a public display in the Temple of how devout and law-abiding he is.

The plan backfires spectacularly. Instead of appeasing the Jewish faction, Paul’s appearance in the Temple causes a riot. He is arrested and sent north to Governor Felix in Caesarea for trial.

We cover Acts 22:1-24:23.

A free Study Guide is available. A video version of the class is available on YouTube. More info at EversBibleClass.com.

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