Lydia

The seller of purple cloth

The first recorded convert in Europe; the Lord opened her heart, and she opened her home to the church in Philippi.

Where to read in the Bible

• Acts 16:11–15

Connections

• had her heart opened by God as she listened to Paul · stated in the text · Acts 16:14
• was baptized with her household in Philippi · stated in the text · Acts 16:12–15

Topics: hospitality, mission

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