Interpretation of the Bible / Acts 20:24

In the book of Acts, the author Luke presents various key moments in the life of the apostle Paul. Acts 20 tells of one of Paul’s last meetings with the leaders of the church in Ephesus. Paul had been ministering in Ephesus for three years and had built a strong, vibrant church that was growing rapidly.

At this meeting, Paul spoke about his ministry, his commitment to the gospel, and his future. He knew that his time on earth was coming to an end and that his martyrdom was imminent. Despite this, the apostle insists that he never considered his life more valuable than his devotion to Christ.

In verse 24, Paul makes his position on life and his ministry clear. He says that nothing is more important than fulfilling God’s calling on your life, even if it means giving your life. For Paul, the gospel was always more valuable than the comfort, safety, or survival of his body.

This may seem extreme, but it is important to understand that God's call to each person will be different, and that we can only fulfill that call if we are willing to sacrifice everything for Christ. He calls us to give ourselves completely to His work, and that may mean enduring hardships and trials.