However, when the disciples gathered around him, he rose up and went into the city. And the next day he departed with Barnabas to Derbe.

1. When the angry mob left - no doubt to rejoice in their victory over Christianity, the followers of Paul gather around.

2. No doubt they were praying, wondering what would happen to them as they claimed to be Christians. I am also sure they were praying for Paul.

3. Paul got up. What he did next is a surprise. He went BACK into the city from which he was dragged out and stoned. He did not leave until the next day.

4. Paul and Barnabas depart for Derbe the next day.

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