APOSTLES AND OTHER SERVANTS:
HOW THEY WERE “SENT/WENT OUT”

All Went Out Except The Apostles:

“And Saul was consenting unto Stephen’s death.  And at that time there was a great persecution against the church, which was at Jerusalem; and they were all scattered abroad throughout the regions of Judea and Samaria, except the apostles.  Therefore they that were scattered abroad went everywhere preaching the word.” (Acts 8:1, 4)

Philip Went To The City Of Samaria:

“Then Philip went down to the city of Samaria and preached Christ unto them…” (Acts 8:5)

Angel Spoke To Philip:

“And the angel of the Lord spake unto Philip, saying, Arise, and go toward the south unto the way that goeth down from Jerusalem unto Gaza, which is desert.  And he arose and went…” (Acts 8:26-27)

Spirit Said To Philip:

“Then the Spirit said unto Philip, Go near, and join thyself to this chariot…” (Acts 8:29)

Spirit Caught Away Philip:

“The Spirit of the Lord caught away Philip…But Philip was found at Azotus: and passing through he preached in all the cities, till he came to Caesarea (21:8-14)…We that were of Paul’s company departed, and came unto Caesarea: and we entered into the house of Philip the evangelist, which was one of the seven; and abode with him.” (Acts 39-40)

Peter And John Were Sent By The Apostles Of Jerusalem To Samaria:

“Now when the apostles, which were at Jerusalem heard that Samaria had received the word of God, they sent unto them Peter and John.” (Acts 8:14)

Peter And John Went To Samaritan Villages:

“And they, when they had testified and preached the word of the Lord, returned to Jerusalem, and preached the gospel in many villages of the Samaritans.” (Acts 9:25)

Saul Was Called By The Lord Jesus Christ To Go Out:

“Saul is a chosen vessel unto me, to bear my name before the Gentiles, and kings, and the children of Israel: For I will shew him how great things he must suffer for my names sake.  Saul then went to Damascus:  Then was Saul certain days with the disciples which were at Damascus.  And straightway he preached Christ in the synagogues, that he is the Son of God.” (Acts 9:15-16, 19-20)

Saul Was In And Out Of Jerusalem:

“When Saul was come to Jerusalem, he assayed to join himself to the disciples:  And Saul was with them coming in and going out at Jerusalem.”  (Acts 9:26, 28)

Saul Then Went To Tarsus:

“When the brethren Knew (they were about to slay Saul), they brought him down to Caesarea, and sent him forth to Tarsus.” (Acts 9:30)

Peter Went To Lydda And Joppa:

“And it came to pass, as Peter passed throughout all quarters, he came down also to the saints which dwelt at Lydda.” (Acts 9:32)

Peter Went To Joppa:

“Lydda was nigh to Joppa, and the disciples had heard that Peter was there, they sent unto him two men, desiring him that he would not delay to come to them.  Then Peter arose and went with them.  Peter tarried many days in Joppa with one Simon a tanner.” (Acts 9:38, 43)

Peter Went To Caesarea By Direction Of The Holy Spirit: “While Peter thought on the vision (Sheet let down from heaven), the Spirit said unto him, Arise therefore, and get thee down, and go with them, doubting nothing: for I have sent them.” (Acts 10:19)

Peter Was Sent By The Holy Spirit:

“And the Spirit bade me go with them, nothing doubting…And as I began to speak, the Holy Ghost fell on them, as on us at the beginning.” (Acts 11:12, 15)

They Went Out Due To Persecution:

“Now they which were scattered abroad upon the persecution that arose about Stephen traveled as far as Phenice, Cyprus and Antioch, preaching the Lord Jesus.” (Acts 11:19-20)

Barnabas Was Sent Out By The Church in Jerusalem To Antioch:

“Then tidings of these things came unto the ears of the church which was in Jerusalem: and they sent forth Barnabas, that he should go as far as Antioch.” (Acts 11:22)

Barnabas Went To Tarsus To Seek Saul:

“Then departed Barnabas to Tarsus, for to seek Saul; and when he had found him, he brought him unto Antioch.” (Acts 11:25-26)

Agabus (And Other Prophets) Went To Antioch From Jerusalem: 

“And in these days came prophets from Jerusalem unto

Antioch.  And there stood up one of them named Agabus, and signified by the Spirit that there should be great dearth throughout all the world: which came to pass in the days of Claudius Caesar.” (Acts 11:27-28)

Disciples Sent Relief By The Hands Of Barnabas And Saul:

“Then the disciples (Antioch)…sent relief to the elders (Jerusalem) by the hands of Barnabas and Saul.” (Acts 11:29-30)

Barnabas, Saul And John Mark Returned To Antioch: “And Barnabas and Saul returned from Jerusalem (to Antioch), when they had fulfilled their ministry, and took with them, John whose surname was Mark.” (Acts 12:25)

Barnabas And Saul Sent Out By The Holy Spirit From Antioch:

“As they ministered to the Lord, and fasted, the Holy Spirit said, Separate me Barnabas and Saul for the work whereunto I have called them.  And when they had fasted and prayed, and laid their hands on them, they sent them away.  So they, being sent forth by the Holy Spirit, departed…”  (Acts 13:1-4)

Paul And His Company Came To Perga In Pamphylia:

“Now when Paul and his company loosed from Paphos, they came to Perga in Pamphylia: and John Mark departing from them returned to Jerusalem…” (Acts 13:13)

Jesus Commanded Paul To Go To The Gentiles: “For so hath the Lord commanded us, saying, I have set thee to be a light of the Gentiles, that thou shouldest be for salvation unto the ends of the earth…And the disciples were filled with joy, and with the Holy Spirit.” (Acts 13:47, 52)

Paul And Barnabas Returned To Antioch:

“They returned from Derbe to Lystra, Iconium and Antioch, confirming the souls of the disciples and exhorting…ordained elders in every church…Paul and Barnabas passed throughout: And after they had passed throughout Pisdia, they came to Pamphylia.  And when they had preached the word in Perga, they went down into Attalia.” (Acts 14:21-25)

Barnabas And Saul Rehearsed Their Mission Journey To The Church In Antioch:

“And thence sailed to Antioch, from whence they had been recommended to the grace of God for the work which they fulfilled.  And when they were come, and had gathered the church together, they rehearsed all that God had done with them, and how he had opened the door of faith unto the Gentiles.  And there they abode long time with the disciples.” (Acts 14:26-27)

Paul And Barnabas Sent To Jerusalem By The Church At Antioch:

“When therefore Paul and Barnabas had no small dissension and disputation with them, they determined that Paul and Barnabas, and certain other of them, should go up to Jerusalem unto the apostles and elders about this question (circumcision and salvation).  And being brought on their way by the church (Antioch), they passed through…” (Acts 15:2-3)

Apostles, Elders And The Church In Jerusalem Sent Judas And Silas To Antioch:

“Then pleased it the apostles and elders with the whole church, to send chosen men of their own company to Antioch with Paul and Barnabas; namely Judas and Silas…The apostles and elders and brethren send greeting…It seemed good unto us, being assembled with one accord, to send chosen men unto you with our beloved Barnabas and Paul…It seemed good to the Holy Spirit and to us to lay upon you no greater burden than these necessary things.  And Judas and Silas, being prophets also themselves, exhorted the brethren with many words, and confirmed them.  And after they had tarried there a space, they were let go in peace from the brethren, unto the apostles.” (Acts 15:22, 25, 28, 32-33)

Judas Went Back To Jerusalem And Silas Stays In Antioch: “And after they had tarried there a space, they were let go in peace from the brethren unto the apostles.  Notwithstanding it pleased Silas to abide there still.” (Acts 15:33-34)

Paul Decided To Go On A Second Journey:

“And some days after Paul said unto Barnabas, Let us go again and visit our brethren in every city where we have preached the word of the Lord, and see how they do. (Acts 15:36)

Barnabas Determined To Take John Mark:

“Barnabas determined to take with them John, whose surname was Mark…Barnabas took Mark, and sailed unto Cyprus;” (Acts 15:37, 39)  Note: in II Timothy 4:11 where later Paul asks Titus to bring Mark to him “for he is profitable to me for the ministry”.)

Paul Chose Silas: 

“But Paul thought not good to take him with them, who departed from them from Pamphylia, and went not with them to the work.  And the contention was so sharp between them, that they departed asunder one form the other:  Paul chose Silas, and departed, being recommended by the brethren unto the grace of God.  And he went through Syria and Cilicia, confirming the churches.” (Acts 15:38-41)

Timothy Joined The Apostolic Team: 

“Timothy was well reported of by the brethren that were at Lystra and Iconium… Him would Paul have to go forth with him;” (Acts 16:2-3)

Paul, Silas And Timothy Delivered Decrees: 

“And as they went through the cities, they delivered them the decrees for to keep, that were ordained of the apostles and elders, which were at Jerusalem.” (Acts 16:4)

Holy Spirit Forbade The Apostles: 

“They were forbidden of the Holy Spirit to preach the word in Asia, after they were come to Mysia, they assayed to go into Bithynia: but the Spirit suffered them not.” (Acts 16:6-7)

Paul Had A Macedonian Vision: “And a vision appeared to Paul in the night; there stood a man of Macedonia, and prayed him, saying, come over into Macedonia and help us.  And after he had seen the vision, immediately we endeavored to go into Macedonia, assuredly gathering that the Lord had called us for to preach the gospel unto them…” (Acts 16:9-11)

Brethren Sent Paul Away Due To Persecution:

“And then immediately the brethren sent away Paul to go as it were to the sea.  And they that conducted Paul brought him unto Athens.  Now while Paul waited for them (Silas & Timothy)…preached unto them Jesus and the resurrection…”  (Acts 17:14-15)

Silas And Timothy Abode In Berea: 

“But Silas and Timotheus abode there still…” (Acts 17:14)

Paul Commanded Silas And Timotheus To Come To Him:

“And receiving a commandment (entole = injunction, precept, commandment, an authoritative prescription) unto Silas and Timotheus for to come to him (Paul) with all speed, they departed…” (Acts 17:15)

Silas And Timothy Join Paul In Corinth:

“And when Silas and Timotheus were come from Macedonia, Paul was pressed in the Spirit and testified to the Jews that Jesus was Christ…From henceforth I will go unto the Gentiles.” (Acts 18:5)

Jesus Speaks To Paul In A Night Vision:

“Then spake the Lord to Paul in the night by a vision, be not afraid, but speak, and hold not thy peace: For I am with thee, and no man shall set on thee to hurt thee: for I have much people in this city.” (Acts 17:9-10)

Paul Purposed in His Spirit That He Must Go To Rome:

“Paul purposed in the spirit, when he had passed through Macedonia and Achaia, to go to Jerusalem, saying, After I have been there, I must also see Rome.” (Acts 19:21)

Paul Purposed To Return To Macedonia:

“Paul purposed to return through Macedonia.  And there accompanied him into Asia, Sopater of Berea; and of the Thessalonians, Aristarchus and Secundus; and Gaius of Derbe and Timotheous; and of Asia, Tychicus and Trophimus.  These going before tarried for us at Troas.  And we sailed away from Philippi and came unto them to Troas.” (Acts 20:3-6)

Paul And Those Of His Company Went To Caesarea: 

“And the next day we that were of Paul’s company departed, and came unto Caesarea: and we entered into the house of Philip the evangelist, which was one of the seven; and abode with him.  And the same man had four daughters, virgins, which did prophesy.” (Acts 21:8-9)

Prophet Named Agabus Came Down From Judea: 

“And as we tarried there many days, there came down from Judea a certain prophet, named Agabus.  And when he was come unto us, he took Paul’s girdle and bound his own hands and feet and said, Thus saith the Holy Spirit, so shall the Jews at Jerusalem bind the man that owneth this girdle and shall deliver him into the hands of the Gentiles.” (Acts 21:10-11)

Paul And Others Response To The Prophecy Of Agabus: 

“And when we heard these things, both we and they of that place, besought him not to go up to Jerusalem.  The Paul answered, what mean ye to weep and to break mine heart?  For I am ready not to be bound only, but also to die at Jerusalem for the name of the Lord Jesus.  And when he would not be persuaded, we ceased, saying, the will of the Lord be done.” (Acts 21:12-14)

Paul Declared To The Brethren Concerning His Ministry: 

“And when we were come to Jerusalem, the brethren received us gladly.  And the day following Paul went in with us unto James; and all the elders were present.  And when he had saluted them, he declared particularly what things God had wrought among the Gentiles by his ministry.  And when they heard it, they glorified the Lord...” (Acts 21:17-20)

Paul Received A Word From The Lord To Go To Rome: 

“And the night following the Lord stood by him, and said, Be of good cheer, Paul: for as thou hast testified of me in Jerusalem, so must thou bear witness also at Rome.”  (Acts 23:11)

Paul’s Appeal Unto Caesar:

“If I be an offender, or have committed anything worthy of death, I refuse not to die: but if there be none of these things whereof these accuse me, no man many deliver me unto them.  I APPEAL UNTO CAESAR!  Then Festus, when he had conferred with the council, answered, hast thou appealed unto Caesar?  Unto Caesar shalt thou go.” (Acts 25:11-12)

Paul Received A Visitation From An Angel:

“For there stood before me this night the angel of God, whose I am and whom I serve, saying, Fear not, Paul; thou must be brought before Caesar: and lo, God hath given thee all them that sail with the.  Wherefore, sires, be of good cheer: for I believe God, that it shall be even as it was told me.” (Acts 27:23-25)

Paul Lived In His Own Hired House: 

“And Paul dwelt two whole years in his own hired house, and received all that came in unto him, preaching the kingdom of God, and teaching those things which concern the Lord Jesus Christ, with all confidence, no man forbidding him.” (Acts 28:30-31)

Appolos Chose To Not Go To Corinth: 

“As touching our brother Apollos, I greatly desired him to come unto you with the brethren: but his will was not at all to come at this time; but he will come when he shall have convenient time.”  (I Corinthians 16:12)

NOTE: Preachers Are To Be Sent: 

“For whosoever shall call upon the name of the Lord shall be saved.  How then shall they call on him in whom they have not believed?  And how shall they believe in him of whom they have not heard?  And how shall they hear without a preacher (kerusso = to herald, public crier, proclaim, publisher)?  And how shall they preach, except they be sent?  As it is written, How beautiful are the feet of them that preach the gospel of peace, and bring glad tidings of good things!”  (Romans 10:13-15)