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Ephesus Series (Part 2) 

Welcome to Ephesus part two as we continue our amazing trek around this strategically important and influential city. In this series we visit the amphitheatre, learn about the history of the Icthus fish symbol and the Christian martyr Polycarp. Andrew also takes us to the shopping mall where Paul spent two years debating the message of Jesus with the local traders in the marketplace. 

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Polycarp: the martyr of Smyrna | Bible Trek – Ephesus Series (part 2) - 06

Polycarp was a second-century disciple of Jesus. He had been taught by the Apostle John, who also made him a bishop in the church. Polycarp, at the age of 86, refused to sacrifice to Caesar as a god, and was consequently burnt...

Apostle John: writing New Testament letters | Bible Trek – Ephesus Series (part 2) - 05

In Ephesus is the Basilica of St John – the site where according to tradition the Apostle John is buried. He was one of Jesus’ closest disciples and many believe that in Ephesus he may have written his Gospel portrait...

Miletus: Paul’s tearful farewell | Bible Trek – Ephesus Series (part 2) - 04

Miletus, in modern-day Turkey, boasts an impressive 15,000-seater theatre. As recorded in Acts 20, it was here that Paul met with fellow church leaders from Ephesus. After an emotional last speech as a free man, Paul knelt...

The Fish: ancient Christian symbols | Bible Trek – Ephesus Series (part 2) - 03

Being a Christian in the first century was at times very dangerous. A secret code was developed, a form of communication among Christian communities – a fish symbol painted or etched on the outside of a house let you know...

The Shopping Mall: mission in a materialistic culture | Bible Trek – Ephesus Series (part 2) - 02

The Agora in Ephesus is where once stood the commercial centre of this important city. It would have been filled with traders selling their goods in this strategic centre for business, education and commerce. Paul spent two...

The Amphitheatre: Paul sparks a riot | Bible Trek - Ephesus Series (Part 2) - 01

Acts 19 records a riot involving Paul at this theatre. He had been in Ephesus for two years, the message of Jesus had spread widely and many had become Christians. In doing so, they turned away from occult practices. But this...
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