Read Acts 18.18-28. In verse 18: Paul appears to cut his hair at the beginning of taking a special vow, in contrast to shaving his head at the completion of the vow at the Temple (Num 6.1-21; Acts 21.24). In verse 21: Paul's journeys to Jerusalem is seen in terms similar to Jesus' mission (Lk 9.51-53; 13.33; Acts 19.21: 20.22). In verse 22: This brief visit appears significant only as a display of Paul's respect for the church in Jerusalem. In verse 24-25: Apollos introduces the scriptural interpretation associated with the Hellenistic Jewish traditions of Alexandria (1 Cor 1.12; 3.4-6, 22; 4.6; 16.2). The baptism of John is is a preparation for the baptism of the Holy Spirit (Lk 3.16; Acts1.5; 11.16; 19.3-5). In verse 26: Priscilla and Aquila are both teachers (18.2) of the Way (9.2; 16.17; 19.19; 22.4; 24.22), In verse 27: 1 Cor 1-4 attests the impact of Apollos' mission in Achaia. Comments or Questions..
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