The God of this people of Israel chose our fathers, and exalted the people when they dwelt as strangers in the land of Egypt, and with an high arm brought he them out of it.
The God of Israel handpicked our ancestors and lifted up our people even when they were foreigners living in Egypt. Then with his incredible power, he brought them out of there.
God chose his people and used his strength to rescue them when they needed it most.
📚 Historical Context
In the book of Acts, Paul is delivering a sermon in a synagogue in Antioch of Pisidia during his first missionary journey, summarizing key events from Israel's history to demonstrate God's faithfulness and lead into the message of Jesus as the Messiah. This verse specifically echoes the Old Testament account of the Exodus, where God chose the patriarchs like Abraham and later delivered the Israelites from slavery in Egypt through miraculous signs and wonders. It serves as a reminder of God's sovereign power in selecting and protecting His people amid foreign oppression.
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