Acts 18:3

“And because he was of the same craft, he abode with them, and wrought: for by their occupation they were tentmakers.”

"And because he was of the same craft, he abode with them, and wrought: for by their occupation they were tentmakers." - Acts 18:3
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What does Acts 18:3 mean?

Acts 18:3 (KJV) reads: "And because he was of the same craft, he abode with them, and wrought: for by their occupation they were tentmakers." This verse from the book of Acts provides insight into the missionary journey of the apostle Paul, as well as the way in which he funded…

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The Craft of Community: Lessons from Paul’s Tentmaking

In Acts 18:3, we read, "And because he was of the same craft, he abode with them, and wrought: for by their occupation they were tentmakers." This verse provides a fascinating glimpse into the life of the Apostle Paul, not merely as a missionary preaching the Gospel, but as a…

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A Prayer for Divine Connection and Craftsmanship

Heavenly Father, Lord of all creation, I come before You in humility and reverence, seeking Your presence and guidance today. As I reflect on Acts 18:3, where it is written, "And because he was of the same craft, he abode with them, and wrought: for by their occupation they were…

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