Mission to the Gentiles (13:1–21:16)
13:1–14:28 Review · Paul’s first missionary journey:The third stage in Luke’s portrayal of the progression of the word begins with the sending off of Saul and Barnabas by the church of Antioch (13:1–3). The list of prophets and teachers is important, as it points to the diversity of backgrounds of those who serve in Antioch (13:1). Although they are most likely all Jews, they came from different parts of the Roman world. Barnabas was from Cyprus (4:36), while Saul…
Baker Publishing Group, The Baker Illustrated Bible Commentary, by Gary M. Burge