# Acts 20 General Notes # #### Structure and formatting #### This chapter functions as a way for Paul to say goodbye to the people of Ephesus. He gives them instructions, since they will never see him again. #### Special concepts in this chapter #### ##### Race ##### Paul uses the image of a "race" for the Christian life. This is not to say that the Christian life is about winning or coming in first place. Instead, it is a long race that requires discipline and perseverance. (See: [[rc://en/tw/dict/bible/kt/discipline]]) ##### The leading of the Holy Spirit ##### Christians are to follow the leadership and guidance of the Holy Spirit in their lives. ## Links: ## * __[Acts 20:1](./01.md)__ __[<<](../19/intro.md) | [>>](../21/intro.md)__