Philippi
This natural event caused the prison doors to fly open and the chains of prisoners to come loose in Philippi.
What is an earthquake?
Where did Paul go to teach when he first arrived in Thessalonica?
The synagogue.
Paul and Silas were beaten and imprisoned in Philippi for allegedly advocating customs unlawful for this empire.
What is the Roman Empire?
Who were some of the people that believed Paul’s message?
Some Jews, God-fearing Greeks, and prominent women.
What did the jailer ask Paul and Silas after the earthquake, and what was their answer?
He asked, “What must I do to be saved?” They replied, “Believe in the Lord Jesus Christ, and you will be saved.”
Thessalonica is now known by this modern name and remains a major city in Greece.
What is Thessaloniki?
Why were Paul and Silas thrown into prison in Philippi?
The slave girl’s owners were angry because they lost their source of income and accused Paul and Silas of causing trouble.
How long did Paul spend reasoning with Jews in Thessalonica.
Three Sabbath days.
What made both Philippi and Thessalonica important cities in their regions?
Philippi was a major trade route with gold mines, while Thessalonica was a key transportation hub at the crossroads of two major trade routes. Both were strategically important for commerce and travel.
What similarities can you find in how the Gospel message spread in both Philippi and Thessalonica?
In both cities, Paul preached the Gospel, and people from diverse backgrounds (Jews, Greeks, and others) believed in the message.