Prepare to share your insights, and respond to others, regarding Paul’s first journey. Be sure to look into the Book of Acts and provide text references for your insights.  Your insights and questions from McRay would also be appropriate. Ensure the following points are addressed.

• Why was Antioch the church body from which Paul was sent?  What was the significance of the congregation in Antioch?
• How was it determined that Paul and Barnabas should go?
• What was the reception like in the various cities for the message Paul preached?
• What is the significance in Paul’s statement in Acts 13:46 that “we are turning to the Gentiles?”
• How does Paul give a summary of the gospel in his sermon?
• Why did Paul and Barnabas go to Jerusalem?  What does this tell us about Paul’s relationship with the elders and church leaders in Jerusalem?