Acts 18:23
And after he had spent some time there, he departed, and went over all the country of Galatia and Phrygia in order, strengthening all the disciples.
Original Language Analysis
καὶ
And
G2532
καὶ
And
Strong's:
G2532
Word #:
1 of 16
and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
ποιήσας
after he had spent
G4160
ποιήσας
after he had spent
Strong's:
G4160
Word #:
2 of 16
to make or do (in a very wide application, more or less direct)
χρόνον
time
G5550
χρόνον
time
Strong's:
G5550
Word #:
3 of 16
a space of time (in general, and thus properly distinguished from g2540, which designates a fixed or special occasion; and from g0165, which denotes a
καθεξῆς
in order
G2517
καθεξῆς
in order
Strong's:
G2517
Word #:
7 of 16
thereafter, i.e., consecutively; as a noun (by ellipsis of noun) a subsequent person or time
τὴν
G3588
τὴν
Strong's:
G3588
Word #:
8 of 16
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
χώραν
all the country
G5561
χώραν
all the country
Strong's:
G5561
Word #:
10 of 16
room, i.e., a space of territory (more or less extensive; often including its inhabitants)
καὶ
And
G2532
καὶ
And
Strong's:
G2532
Word #:
11 of 16
and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
Cross References
Acts 14:22Confirming the souls of the disciples, and exhorting them to continue in the faith, and that we must through much tribulation enter into the kingdom of God.Acts 16:6Now when they had gone throughout Phrygia and the region of Galatia, and were forbidden of the Holy Ghost to preach the word in Asia,Acts 15:41And he went through Syria and Cilicia, confirming the churches.Acts 15:32And Judas and Silas, being prophets also themselves, exhorted the brethren with many words, and confirmed them.1 Thessalonians 5:14Now we exhort you, brethren, warn them that are unruly, comfort the feebleminded, support the weak, be patient toward all men.
Historical Context
This strengthening tour through previously established churches shows Paul's concern for ongoing discipleship. These Galatian and Phrygian churches had been founded during the second journey.
Questions for Reflection
- Why is follow-up and strengthening as important as initial evangelism?
- What does systematic visitation teach about pastoral care?
Analysis & Commentary
'He departed, and went over all the country of Galatia and Phrygia in order, strengthening all the disciples.' The third missionary journey began with revisiting established churches. 'Strengthening' indicates continued pastoral care, not just initial evangelism.