Paul's Journey to Jerusalem - Pt. 6: A Week in Troas (2)
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Rev. Osei Kwabena Nkrahene | November 25 2025 | Acts 20:7-12
KEY VERSE: “And they took the youth away alive, and were not a little comforted.” (Acts 20:12, ESV)
MESSAGE:
In the previous devotional, we noted that during Paul’s week-long stay in Troas, Luke chose to record one remarkable event—the story of Eutychus. There, we drew lessons about early Christian worship: gathering on the first day of the week, discussing Scripture deeply, and observing the Lord’s Supper. Today, we continue by reflecting on what this unforgettable moment teaches us.
The scene gives us a striking picture of early church life. Their meeting was well-attended, held in an upper room, and lit by many lamps—conditions that made the environment warm, crowded, and possibly uncomfortable. Those details echo some of our own modern challenges with participation, home fellowships, and safety in our worship spaces. Eutychus in verse 9 is first described as a young man (neanías), but later in verse 12 as a boy (pais), suggesting youthful inexperience—present, sincere, but not always fully attentive. His fall shows how easily a young believer can slip, yet his restoration shows how faithfully God meets us with mercy. When Eutychus fell from the window and died, the scene must have erupted in confusion. Yet God, through Paul, brought the boy back to life. And after the crisis was handled, Paul returned to the ministry task at hand until dawn. It is a gentle reminder to us: moments of disruption should never distract us from the core purpose of our gatherings. Our worship—long or short—should bring “times of refreshing from the Lord” (Acts 3:19) and strengthen God’s people.
FEET AND HANDS FOR THE MESSAGE:
This single story guides us in our walk with Christ. It reminds us to build gatherings that draw people to God’s Word, nurture attention, and create safe spaces for every believer—especially the young. It calls us to remain focused on what truly matters, even when challenges arise. Every meeting should leave God’s people refreshed, comforted, and strengthened for daily life.
PRAYER:
Lord Jesus Christ, grant Your leaders grace, clarity, and strength to handle challenges wisely so that Your people are refreshed, comforted, and built up in every gathering. Amen.
THERE SHALL BE SHOWERS OF BLESSING.
SHOWERS! BLESSINGS!!
The 365 DAILY BIBLE READING
DAILY word study: COMFORTED The word "comforted " is translated in Greek as parakaleō.
The phrase “were not a little comforted” in Acts 20:12 uses the Greek verb parakaleō, a rich word that means to encourage, strengthen, console, or come alongside. It is the same root tied to paraklētos—the title used for the Holy Spirit, our Helper and Comforter.
Here, the word emphasises deep, heart-level relief. After witnessing fear, chaos, and a near-tragedy, the believers left the gathering with renewed courage and fresh encouragement.
Reflect on this:
God still brings this kind of comfort to His people—strength that calms fear, hope that replaces anxiety, and assurance that restores the heart.
