Acts 20:25

Translations

Modern

Now I know that none of you among whom I have preached the kingdom will see my face again.

Traditional

And now, behold, I know that ye all, among whom I have gone preaching the kingdom of God, shall see my face no more.

Literal

And now, behold, I know that all of you among whom I went about proclaiming the kingdom will see my face no more.

Latin

Et nunc ecce ego scio quia amplius non videbitis faciem meam vos omnes, per quos transivi prædicans regnum Dei.

Original

Greek

English

Now I know that none of you among whom I have preached the kingdom will see my face again.

Notes

Acts 20:18–38

Paul’s message to the elders (leaders) of the church in Ephesus describes his life and work among them. He also calls these leaders to show the same kind of commitment as they continue the ministry.

In this message, Paul points to his own life as an example. He shows his honesty and care for people (20:18–21, 26, 31). He also speaks about what will happen in the future (20:22–23, 25, 29–30). He warns them about false teachers (people who teach wrong ideas about God; 20:29–30). And he urges the elders to stay alert and faithful (20:28, 31).

Through his example, Paul shows what it means to lead as a servant, with sacrifice and careful attention.

Theme notes and profiles

Ephesus Paul (Saul)

Events

Paul speaks to Ephesian Elders

Related verses

Acts 28:31
Boldly and freely he proclaimed the kingdom of God and taught about the Lord Jesus Christ.
Acts 20:38
They were especially grieved by his statement that they would never see his face again. Then they accompanied him to the ship.
Matthew 4:23
Jesus went throughout Galilee, teaching in their synagogues, preaching the gospel of the kingdom, and healing every disease and sickness among the people.
Galatians 1:22
I was personally unknown, however, to the churches of Judea that are in Christ.
Luke 9:60
But Jesus told him, “Let the dead bury their own dead. You, however, go and proclaim the kingdom of God.”
Matthew 13:52
Then He told them, “For this reason, every scribe who has been discipled in the kingdom of heaven is like a homeowner who brings out of his storeroom new treasures as well as old.”
Matthew 13:19
When anyone hears the message of the kingdom but does not understand it, the evil one comes and snatches away what was sown in his heart. This is the seed sown along the path.
Matthew 10:7
As you go, preach this message: ‘The kingdom of heaven is near.’
Luke 16:16
The Law and the Prophets were proclaimed until John. Since that time, the gospel of the kingdom of God is being preached, and everyone is forcing his way into it.
Romans 15:23
But now that there are no further opportunities for me in these regions, and since I have longed for many years to visit you,
Colossians 2:1
For I want you to know how much I am struggling for you and for those at Laodicea, and for all who have not met me face to face,
Acts 8:12
But when they believed Philip as he preached the gospel of the kingdom of God and the name of Jesus Christ, they were baptized, both men and women.

Glossary

Bishop Book of the Acts of the Apostles Chronology of the Bible (New Testament) Elder Gospel Kingdom of God, Kingdom of Heaven Letter to the Colossians Letter to the Ephesians Luke, Gospel of Pastor Paul the Apostle Presbyter Titus, Letter to Travel

Topics

Christian Minister: Say Good-Bye to the Congregation Ephesus: Paul Visits and Preaches In Miletus: Paul Sends to Ephesus for the Elders of the Congregation, and Addresses Them At Paul: Declares he Was Going Bound in Spirit to Jerusalem Prudence: His Lack of Religious Zeal: Exemplified by Paul

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