How did Paul's first and second missionary journeys differ?

Answer 1

Paul's first missionary journey, documented in Acts 13-14, focused on spreading the Gospel in Cyprus and southern Asia Minor. It was relatively short and primarily involved establishing new Christian communities. In contrast, Paul's second missionary journey, detailed in Acts 15-18, covered a larger geographical area including Asia Minor, Greece, and Macedonia. The second journey also involved revisiting and strengthening existing churches, as well as facing more opposition and challenges.

Answer 2

Most Bible's have a section in the back which contains these on a map of the regions to which he traveled. They may either be illustrated separately or, if they are put on the same map, it is easy to compare them.

It may also be worth noting that Paul made a number of journeys which were not missionary journeys, including a visit to Arabia after he was converted. These journeys will not be included on such maps.

A Bible Atlas will also have details of the missionary journeys of Paul, often in better detail.