KJV ORIGINAL
For they heard them speak with tongues, and magnify God. Then answered Peter,
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✦ MADE SIMPLE
They could hear them speaking in different languages and praising God out loud. That's when Peter spoke up and said,
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
When God shows up, people can't help but praise him in ways that blow everyone's minds.
📚 Historical Context
In the Book of Acts, Chapter 10, Peter is visiting the home of Cornelius, a Roman centurion who was a devout Gentile seeking God. This event follows Peter's vision from God, which challenged Jewish dietary laws to illustrate that the gospel is for all people, not just Jews. When the Holy Spirit fell upon Cornelius and his household, they spoke in tongues and praised God, demonstrating that Gentiles were fully included in God's plan of salvation.
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