KJV ORIGINAL
Of this man’s seed hath God according to his promise raised unto Israel a Saviour, Jesus:
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✦ MADE SIMPLE
From David's family line, God kept his promise and gave Israel their Savior, Jesus.
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
God always keeps his promises, even when it takes generations to unfold.
📚 Historical Context
In the Book of Acts, Paul is preaching in a synagogue during his first missionary journey, recounting Israel's history to demonstrate how God fulfilled ancient promises to the Jewish people. He specifically refers to the covenant God made with King David, promising that a savior would come from his descendants, as recorded in the Old Testament. This verse connects Jesus directly to that lineage, emphasizing the fulfillment of prophecy in the New Testament era.
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