The third "we" section of Acts ( Acts 21:1-18) is of theological importance because it focuses on Paul"s recapitulation of Jesus" passion. Note the similarities between Luke"s accounts of Jesus" trip to Jerusalem and Paul"s. Both stories involve a plot by the Jews and handing over to the Gentiles. There were triple predictions along the way of suffering in Jerusalem in both cases. Both Jesus and Paul steadfastly resolved to go there despite opposition, and both resigned themselves to God"s will. [1] Luke probably told his story as he did to help the reader appreciate the similarities between Jesus and Paul to authenticate Paul"s ministry. [source][source][source]