Iconium

Iconium was an important city in the region of Lycaonia, mentioned in the New Testament as a place where Paul and Barnabas preached the Gospel during their missionary journeys, facing both acceptance and opposition.

Iconium was a city with a mixed population, including Jews and Gentiles, and served as a significant center for early Christian evangelism. The city was known for its cultural diversity and was part of the Roman province of Galatia.

• Missionary Work
• Persecution and Opposition
• Faith and Community

1. Acts 14:1This verse highlights the effectiveness of Paul and Barnabas's preaching in Iconium, leading to a great number of believers.
2. Acts 14:22Paul encourages the disciples in Iconium to continue in the faith, emphasizing the necessity of enduring hardships.

1. Acts 14:1-7Paul and Barnabas preach in Iconium, leading to a significant number of believers but also facing opposition from non-believing Jews.
2. Acts 14:19-20Paul is stoned by opponents in Iconium but survives and continues to preach, demonstrating resilience in the face of persecution.

• Encourage resilience in faith amidst opposition and challenges.
• Foster a sense of community and support within the church.
• Engage in evangelism with boldness, trusting in God's provision and protection.

• Demonstrates the power of the Gospel to transform lives and communities.
• Illustrates the reality of suffering and perseverance in the Christian faith.
• Highlights the importance of community and support among believers.

• Paul's Missionary Journeys

  Iconium is one of the key locations in Paul's first missionary journey, illustrating the spread of the Gospel in the face of challenges.

• Persecution of Early Christians

  The events in Iconium highlight the broader theme of persecution faced by early Christians as they spread the Gospel.