While Gallio was governor of Greece, the Jews made a combined attack on Paul, and brought him before the Governor's Bench,

When he wanted to cross to Greece, the Brethren furthered his plans, and wrote to the disciples there to welcome him. On his arrival he proved of great assistance to those who had, through the loving-kindness of God, become believers in Christ,

Sometime after these events Paul resolved to go through Macedonia and Greece, and then make his way to Jerusalem. "And after I have been there," he said, "I must visit Rome also."

After going through those districts and speaking many encouraging words to the disciples, he went into Greece, where he stayed three months.