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Acts 2:26

Made Simple — Modern English Translation

Translated by Verse Made Simple Editorial
KJV ORIGINAL
Therefore did my heart rejoice, and my tongue was glad; moreover also my flesh shall rest in hope:
Close to the original. Clear modern English.
✦ MADE SIMPLE

That's why my heart is absolutely buzzing with joy, and I can't help but speak up about it. Even my whole body gets to chill knowing there's hope ahead.

⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE

When you know God's got you, your heart, your words, and your whole body can finally relax into that hope.

📚 Historical Context

In the Book of Acts, Peter is preaching to a crowd in Jerusalem on the Day of Pentecost, shortly after Jesus' resurrection and ascension, quoting from Psalm 16 written by King David centuries earlier. This verse expresses David's trust in God's protection and the hope of resurrection, which Peter uses to show that David's words were a prophecy fulfilled in Jesus, emphasizing the joy and assurance of eternal life. It occurs in the context of the early church's birth, as the Holy Spirit empowers believers to spread the gospel.

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