📘 Day 20 — Acts 20 Devotional 

Today’s Reading: Acts 20 

1. Overview — What Happens in This Chapter 

Acts 20 follows Paul as he travels through Macedonia and Greece, strengthens believers, raises Eutychus from the dead, and delivers a deeply personal farewell message to the Ephesian elders. It is a chapter of encouragement, warning, tears, and unwavering devotion to the mission God entrusted to him. 

2. The Chapter’s Purpose 

As you read, consider: 

What movement or intention seems central in this chapter 

How Paul models leadership, humility, and perseverance 

What this moment reveals about the heart of a shepherd and the weight of spiritual responsibility 

3. Meaning for the Believer 

Reflect on: 

What truths or themes stand out to you personally 

What this chapter suggests about endurance, sacrifice, or faithfulness 

What it reveals about how believers care for one another and guard the truth 

4. The Hope It Provides 

Look for: 

Where you see hope rising in this chapter 

What words, actions, or promises stir confidence or expectation 

How this chapter encourages you in your current season 

5. The Warnings It Holds 

Pay attention to: 

What cautions or sober moments appear in the text 

Attitudes, influences, or patterns that threaten the health of the church 

What this chapter reveals about vigilance, discernment, and spiritual danger 

6. The Resolve to Engage the World 

Consider: 

How a believer might step into the world differently after reading this chapter 

What posture, mindset, or action this chapter inspires 

How this shapes the way you serve, lead, or persevere today 

7. Reflection Prompts 

What moment or verse stood out most strongly to you 

What question does this chapter raise for you 

What step of courage, humility, or devotion do you sense being invited into 

8. Closing Prayer 

Lord, steady my heart as I read. Teach me to serve with humility, to persevere with courage, and to guard what You’ve entrusted to me. Shape my life to reflect Your compassion, Your truth, and Your faithfulness today. Amen.