Acts 11:24

Barnabas was a good man, full of the Holy Spirit, who put his whole trust in God. Many people were brought to the Lord.

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In The King James Version

For he was a good man, and full of the Holy Ghost and of faith: and much people was added unto the Lord.

In Context

23When he arrived and saw for himself how God's grace was working, he was delighted. He encouraged all of them to completely dedicate themselves to God and to stay true.

25Then Barnabas went on to Tarsus to look for Saul,

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Cross References

Psalms 37:23The Lord shows the right path to those who follow him, and is happy with the way they live.

Proverbs 12:2The Lord blesses the good, but he condemns anyone with evil schemes.

Proverbs 14:14Disloyal people are repaid for what they do, and good people are rewarded.

Matthew 19:17“Why do you ask me what is good?” Jesus replied. “There's only one who is good. But if you want to have eternal life, then keep the commandments.”

John 7:12Many people in the crowds were complaining about him. Some said, “He's a good man,” while others argued, “No! He deceives people.”

Acts 6:3Brothers, choose from among you seven trustworthy men full of the Spirit and wisdom. We will hand this responsibility over to them.

Matthew Henry on Acts 11:20-27

The Gospel Preached at Antioch; Success of the Gospel at Antioch; Barnabas at Antioch. 19 Now they which were scattered abroad upon the persecution that arose about Stephen travelled as far as Phenice, and Cyprus, and Antioch, preaching the word to none but unto the Jews only. 20 And some of them were men of Cyprus and Cyrene, which, when they were come to Antioch, spake unto the Grecians, preaching the Lord Jesus. 21 And the hand of the Lord was with them: and a great number believed, and turned unto the Lord. 22… Read the whole commentary →

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