Easter Season · Sixth Sunday of Easter · Year C
Acts 16:9-15
Lydia's Conversion
May 21, 2028
Overview & Insights
"The Lord opened her heart to listen eagerly to what was said by Paul." (Acts 16:14)
In a night vision a man from Macedonia begs Paul for help, so Paul's company sails for Philippi. On the sabbath they find a group of women praying by the river, and Lydia, a dealer in purple cloth who worships God, has her heart opened by the Lord, is baptized with her household, and urges Paul's company to stay in her home.
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Commentary
Commentary on Acts 16:9-15 Working Preacher
Luther Seminary on Lydia's hospitality and the risk of trusting a newcomer's household.
Acts 16:9-15 Commentary Center for Excellence in Preaching
Reformed preaching commentary on the Macedonian call and Lydia's open heart.
Acts 16 - Paul in Philippi Enduring Word · David Guzik
Guzik's evangelical notes on the vision, Lydia's conversion, and the church at Philippi.
Acts 16:9 Commentaries BibleHub
Classic commentaries aggregated verse by verse on the Macedonian vision and Lydia.
Acts 16 Commentary Precept Austin
In-depth verse-by-verse study notes gathering many evangelical voices on Acts 16.
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