KJV ORIGINAL
Then spake the Lord to Paul in the night by a vision, Be not afraid, but speak, and hold not thy peace:
Close to the original. Clear modern English.
✦ MADE SIMPLE
That night, the Lord came to Paul in a vision and said, 'Don't be afraid. Keep speaking up and don't go quiet on me.'
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
God told Paul to keep his voice loud and his fears small.
📚 Historical Context
In the book of Acts, Paul is on his second missionary journey and has recently arrived in Corinth, a bustling commercial hub in ancient Greece, where he began preaching the gospel to both Jews and Gentiles. He faced intense opposition from Jewish leaders who rejected his message, leading to potential danger and discouragement for Paul. God intervened with this vision to reassure and strengthen Paul, urging him to continue his ministry boldly despite the threats.
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