Acts 14:4 Made Simple

KJV ORIGINAL

But the multitude of the city was divided: and part held with the Jews, and part with the apostles.

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✦ MADE SIMPLE

The whole city was split down the middle — some people sided with the Jewish leaders who were against Paul and Barnabas, while others were team apostles.

⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE

When truth shows up, people pick sides.

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