Acts 14:7 meaning
In the unfolding narrative of early Christian missions, Paul and Barnabas faced significant opposition while preaching the gospel in Iconium. Their perseverance amidst adversity resulted in a substantial gathering of believers from both Jewish and Gentile backgrounds, yet this success incited hostility. The unbelieving Jews instigated dissent among the local Gentiles, leading to a mob mentality where unity among the previously divided populations was directed against the apostles.
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Deeper Commentary Covering this Verse:
- Acts 14:1-7 meaning. Driven out of Pisidian Antioch, Paul and Barnabas preach in the synagogue of Iconium. Many Jews and Gentiles hear and believe in Jesus. But some of the Jews are hostile and do not believe. They sow hatred in the hearts of some of the Gentiles in Iconium, and although Paul and Barnabas are able to perform miracles and preach for a long time, eventually they leave town to escape a plot to stone them to death.
Other Relevant Commentaries:
- Acts 7:1-8 meaning. The Sanhedrin asks Stephen if he is an enemy against the Temple and Moses. He begins his defense by teaching the history of Israel to the Jewish leaders. God appeared to Abraham and told him to go to a land which He would give him. God told Abraham that before his descendants would inherit the land, they would be enslaved for 400 years. As commanded, Abraham circumcised his son, Isaac, and Isaac became the father of Jacob, and Jacob of the twelve tribes of Israel.
- Hebrews 4:1-2 meaning. We can miss out on entering God's rest (receiving our inheritance); hearing God's word must be united with faith in order to possess the greatest rewards of life.
- Acts 14:8-13 meaning. God heals a man born lame through Paul. The people of Lystra misinterpret the healing as evidence that Paul and Barnabas are Greek gods who are visiting them.
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