Acts 13

2 As they were ministering to the Lord and fasting, the Holy Spirit said, "Set apart to me Barnabas and Saul for the work to which I have called them!" 3 Then, having fasted and prayed and laid their hands on them, they sent them off.

1st stop—Cyprus

4 So, having been sent out by the Holy Spirit,*Note the emphasis on the Holy Spirit’s agency. they went down to Seleucia; and from there they sailed to Cyprus.*Recall that Barnabas was a native of Cyprus (Acts 4:36); he was doubtless eager to evangelize his own country, and would also know his way around.