In chapter 28, we get the final stories about Paul from Luke.

In the remaining two chapters (27 & 28), Luke records in great detail Paul’s treacherous journey to Rome. He will face a shipwreck, a poisonous snake, and large crowds of Jews disputing his claims that Jesus is the Messiah.

Paul takes a measured approach and reworks his defense by sharing his personal testimony before a mixed audience of Jews and royalty.

Paul faces three accusations and defends himself before royalty.

Paul is brought before the Sanhedrin to give a defense for his actions. In his presentation, Paul argues that Christianity is rooted in Judaism, Jesus Christ is the Messiah, and through his death and resurrection—he offers new life for Jews and Gentiles.

Paul boldly shares his testimony before a mob of Jews seeking to kill him.

Paul wraps up his third missionary journey (18:23-20:14), as he proceeds to Jerusalem despite the desperate pleads for him not to go (AD 57). Most scholars mark this stage of Paul’s life as his fourth missionary journey.

In Acts 20, Paul lays out the qualities of a true spiritual leader.

How sensitive are you to demonic warfare? Or to counterfeit teachers of the gospel? In Acts 19, Paul encounters a culture in Ephesus deep in sorcery and false teaching.

Paul is on the verge of wrapping up his second missionary journey, and despite the attacks, God provides him with mighty protection.