Apollos

Apollos is a gifted speaker who humbly received fuller instruction and became a fruitful servant, showing that zeal grows stronger when joined with truth.

Male

New Testament

Early Church

Intermediate

Why Study This Person?

Apollos enters the narrative of Acts as an eloquent Jewish teacher from Alexandria who was well versed in the Scriptures (Acts 18:24–28). Although he understood the message about Jesus, his knowledge was incomplete until Priscilla and Aquila explained the way of God more accurately. After receiving this instruction, Apollos became a powerful teacher who strengthened believers and publicly demonstrated that Jesus is the Christ.

His example highlights the value of both learning and humility in ministry. Studying Apollos supports reflection on teachability, careful understanding of Scripture, and the growth that comes through correction and instruction.

Trace the Life of

Apollos

in Scripture

First Appearance

Acts 18:24

Key Passage

Acts 18:24-28

Apollos, an eloquent Jewish teacher from Alexandria, powerfully teaches about Jesus but initially knows only John's baptism. Priscilla and Aquila instruct him more accurately, after which he becomes an effective defender of the gospel.

Christ Connection

Apollos was a powerful teacher of the Scriptures who proclaimed Jesus as the Messiah and helped strengthen the early church.

Final Appearance

Titus 3:13

Acts 19:1; 1 Corinthians 1:12; 1 Corinthians 3:5-6; Titus 3:13

Apollos later ministers in Corinth and becomes widely respected. Paul reminds believers that Christian leaders are merely servants through whom God works, emphasizing unity rather than division among followers of different teachers.

Other Places in Scripture That Mention

Apollos

How to Study

This Person

As you read the passages connected to this person, look for patterns in how they respond to God and how their life fits into the larger story of Scripture.