Special Places, Important Lessons

On his second missionary journey, Paul visited the cities of Thessalonica, Berea, and Athens. Visiting the synagogues of each city, he shared the gospel of the death and resurrection of Christ. In these places, he faced adversities, was encouraged, his teachings were verified in the light of the Scriptures, and he took advantage of the opportunities to proclaim the gospel, especially in the city of Athens by preaching at the Areopagus. His example, and that of the believers in these cities, inspires us to endure adversities, deepen our study of the Scriptures, and seize the opportunities to share the gospel without fear.