Acts 19:8-10

Teaching in the School of Tyrannus

Paul next entered into the synagogue to boldly teach the Jews about the gospel. It should be remembered that the apostle had already taught in the synagogue in Ephesus and had been urged to teach further. He had left for the feast in Jerusalem, all the while promising to return and teach some more (Acts 18:19-21). On this return visit, he reasoned with them for three months and persuaded them about matters concerning the kingdom of God.

When some of the Jews became hard hearted and against the way of salvation, or life, Paul withdrew with the disciples to continue teaching in the school of Tyrannus. He continued to instruct all who would listen over the space of some two years. The effects radiated out throughout all of Asia. So, the apostle who had previously been forbidden to preach in Asia now got to see much fruit born for God in that region. In fact, many believe his teaching helped to establish the seven churches to whom Christ wrote in the book of Revelation (Acts 19:8-10; Revelation 2:1-29; Revelation 3:1-22).