When Silas and Timothy had come from Macedonia, Paul was compelled by the Spirit, and testified to the Jews that Jesus is the Christ.

1. Part of the team is back together. Silas and Timothy, who remained behind at Berea, have now caught up with Paul at Corinth.

2. There has been some speculation about how they found where Paul went. Here is my 2 mites on that question. Paul was not in hiding. At everyplace he went, the city knew of his presence. All Silas had to do was ask if Paul had been there.

3. Paul is given a boost of energy and boldness. He now has his team with him. Paul is now "pressed in the spirit" (KJV). He is urged, constrained, compelled in the spirit.

4. His teaching is now bolder, clearer. Before he was reasoning. He was putting out thoughts for them to consider. NOW, he is testifying that Jesus is the Christ.

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