Acts 19:22

So he sent into Macedonia two of them that ministered unto him, Timotheus and Erastus; but he himself stayed in Asia for a season.

Cross-reference

Acts 16:3 Historical context

Acts 16:3 narrates how Paul first recruited Timothy, explaining the background of this trusted helper being sent to Macedonia.

Acts 20:1 Historical context

In Acts 20:1, Paul himself later departs for Macedonia, following the advance team of Timothy sent here.

Acts 16:9 Historical context

In Acts 16:9, the Macedonian vision first called Paul to Macedonia; now he sends Timothy there, extending that original mission call.

Acts 18:5 Historical context

In Acts 18:5, Timothy had come from Macedonia to Paul; now Paul sends him back to Macedonia, reversing the earlier journey.

Acts 16:10 Historical context

In Acts 16:10, they immediately responded to the vision by seeking to go to Macedonia; here Timothy is sent to the same region.

Acts 17:14 Historical context

Acts 17:14 shows Timothy earlier staying behind with Silas, confirming his longstanding role as Paul's companion.

Romans 16:23 Historical context

Romans 16:23 identifies Erastus as the city treasurer, adding detail about his role beyond being a helper sent here.

2 Timothy 4:20 notes Erastus later remained at Corinth, contrasting with his being sent to Macedonia here.

Romans 16:21 Historical context

Romans 16:21 calls Timothy Paul's fellow worker, reinforcing his trusted status as one of the two sent here.

1 Corinthians 4:17 describes Paul sending Timothy on a similar mission, mirroring the pattern of delegation seen here.

1 Thessalonians 1:1 Historical context

1 Thessalonians 1:1 names Timothy as co-writer with Paul, linking to his mission to Macedonia where Thessalonica was located.

1 Corinthians 16:10 Historical context

1 Corinthians 16:10 instructs the Corinthians to welcome Timothy when he comes, connecting to his itinerant ministry.