Ancient Elders vs. Modern Bureaucracy: Why Paul Trusted the Spirit Over the System

Описание: Why would a man who was just brutally stoned and left for dead turn around and walk right back into the lion’s den? Most of us would be looking for the fastest flight home, but in Acts 14:21–28, Paul and Barnabas do the unthinkable. They don't just survive; they go back to finish what they started.

In this lesson, we wrap up the first missionary journey by looking at the "return trip." This isn't just a travel log; it’s a masterclass in how to build a community that lasts. We're breaking down the radical trust Paul had in the Holy Spirit, the grit required to face "many hardships," and the secret to appointing leaders without a 500-page manual or a decade of bureaucracy.

In this video, we dive deep into:

The Dangerous U-Turn: Why Paul and Barnabas chose to revisit the very cities that tried to execute them instead of taking the easy road home to Tarsus.

Strengthening the Soul: A look at why Paul told brand-new believers that "hardship" is actually the standard entrance fee for the Kingdom of God.

The Holy Hand-Off: Understanding the original Greek behind "appointing elders" and how the early church relied on the Holy Spirit rather than human systems and man-made degrees.

The Galatians Connection: How this specific moment in history likely sparked Paul’s famous, white-hot letter to the Galatian house churches.

Reporting for Duty: The powerful moment they returned to their home base in Antioch to share how God—not them—had "opened the door of faith" to the world.

Whether you're feeling "stoned" by the circumstances of your life or you're looking for a more organic, Spirit-led way to lead those around you, this study will give you the perspective you need to stay the course.

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