Paul’s Arrest and Journey to Rome

The Acts of the Apostles

The Growth and Expansion of the Church to the Ends of the Earth

Acts 13:1-28:31 (13)

The Challenge of Acts 27-28

The Purpose of Acts 27-28

● The Sovereignty of God over the Church and Its Affairs

● The Lord Cares for Those Who Advocate for His Kingdom

● In Our Weakness Jesus Makes Us Strong

○ The Problems of Ancient Travel

○ Paul’s Problems in Traveling

○ Paul’s Perspective on His Problems

E. Paul’s Arrest and Journey to Rome (21:17-28:29)

1. Paul’s Arrest and Trial in Jerusalem (21:17-23:22)

2. Paul’s Transfer to and Trial in Caesarea (23:23-26:32)

3. Paul’s Journey to Rome While Incarcerated (27:1-28:15)

a. The Journey to Rome Meet with Difficulties (27:1-44)

1) From Caesarea to Fair Havens (27:1-8)

a) The Journey Begins (27:1-2)

b) The Journey Progresses Smoothly (27:3-5)

c) The Journey Began to Devolve (27:6-8)

2) From Fair Havens to Phoenix (27:9-13)

a) The Ominous Warning (27:9-10)

b) The Foolhardy Decision (27:11-13)