Synopsis

Paul's travels as a missionary were frequently fraught with opposition. His teachings often met resistance from the Jewish people, who were frequently dubious about Jesus or envious of Paul’s growing influence. Even more commonly, his message provoked the ire of local authorities, who perceived the gospel he proclaimed as a direct challenge to imperial power. Following their release from imprisonment in Philippi, Paul and Silas journeyed to Thessalonica, the capital of Macedonia and a prominent