Wherefore I take you to record this day, that I am pure from the blood of all men.
So I'm telling you all right now, and I want you to remember this, I've done everything I could. If anyone doesn't make it, that's not on me.
Paul's saying he gave his all and can sleep peacefully knowing he held nothing back.
📚 Historical Context
In the book of Acts, Paul is addressing the elders of the church in Ephesus during his farewell speech, as he prepares to continue his missionary journey to Jerusalem. He is reflecting on his time among them, emphasizing that he has faithfully preached the full counsel of God's Word without holding back. This declaration draws from Old Testament imagery, like a watchman in Ezekiel, to show that Paul has fulfilled his duty and is not responsible for their spiritual outcomes if they ignore the message.
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