Week 7: Equipped to Engage Culture: Paul in Athens

When Paul arrived in Athens, he entered a city known for its philosophy, art, and education, but also for its idolatry. Surrounded by altars, temples, and endless debates, Paul’s spirit was troubled. Yet instead of withdrawing, he engaged the culture with wisdom, courage, and grace. In this passage, Paul demonstrates how to share the truth in a skeptical world—starting where people are, affirming what is true, and then pointing them to the God they do not yet know. This lesson emphasizes that the Spirit equips believers to communicate the gospel clearly in every setting, using discernment, compassion, and conviction to reach hearts influenced by the world.