Acts 4:8 Made Simple

KJV ORIGINAL

Then Peter, filled with the Holy Ghost, said unto them, Ye rulers of the people, and elders of Israel,

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✦ MADE SIMPLE

Then Peter, completely filled with the Holy Spirit, looked right at them and said, 'Listen up, you leaders and elders of Israel,'

⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE

When God fills you up, you speak with a different kind of confidence.

📚 Historical Context

In the Book of Acts, this verse occurs in the early days of the Christian church in Jerusalem, shortly after Jesus' resurrection and ascension. Peter and John had just healed a lame man at the temple gate, which drew a crowd and led to their arrest by the Jewish religious leaders. Now, as they face questioning from the Sanhedrin, Peter is empowered by the Holy Spirit to speak boldly.

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