Then the contention became so sharp that they parted from one another. And so Barnabas took Mark and sailed to Cyprus;

1. Sharp Contention - The dispute was strong. Both sides of the argument were not willing to move, budge or compromise.

2. Barnabas took Mark - and they headed to Cyprus. This is where the first mission trip began. It is also the home territory of Barnabas and Mark. So they are more familiar with the island nation.

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