Acts 20:24

But none of these things move me; nor do I count my life dear to myself, so that I may finish my race with joy, and the ministry which I received from the Lord Jesus, to testify to the gospel of the grace of God.

1. Knowing these things does not change Paul's decision or determination. Paul will not be deterred.

2. Many misunderstand the statement about Paul's life not being dear. Paul was not suicidal. He was not saying that life is worthless. He was not suggesting that life has no value.

3. Paul was saying that some things are more important than his life. A friend of mine said, "Golf is not a matter of life and death. It is more important than that."

4. This is the idea here. Paul wanted to remain alive and keep on preaching. He had plans to go to Rome and on to Spain. Preaching the gospel, saving souls, are more important than Paul keeping alive.

5. Paul still has plans to keep him going. He has his eye on the race before him.