1. 'I have many people in this city' (9-11)

After Paul boldly left the synagogue and turned the house next door into a Bible House, many Corinthians believed in Jesus and were baptized. The unbelieving Jews aggressively opposed him. Fear came into Paul's heart. Then the Lord visited him and said, 'Don't be afraid... Keep on speaking.' The Lord promised to be with him. So Paul stayed for a year and a half, teaching the Bible. There were many people with prepared hearts, waiting to hear the gospel.

2. A united attack defused (12-17)

God protected Paul, just as he had promised. The Jews again tried to make trouble. They even had Paul arrested and brought to court. They charged him with being a cult leader. Paul prepared to defend himself, but it was unnecessary, because Gallio, the proconsul, had them all ejected from the court. The Jews were so angry that they beat Sosthenes in order to get the attention of the proconsul.

Application: Lord, surely you have many people in this city. Help us to overcome opposition, and teach the Bible until your people come to know Jesus.
One Word: Don't be afraid; preach Christ