Acts 12:24

But the word of God spread, and more and more people believed.

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But the word of God grew and multiplied.

In Context

23Immediately the angel of the Lord struck him down, because he did not give God the glory. He was consumed by worms and died.

25Barnabas and Saul returned from Jerusalem once they had finished their mission, taking John Mark with them.

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Cross References

Proverbs 28:28When the wicked come to power, people hide; but when they fall, the good do well.

Isaiah 54:14Your society will operate from principles of goodness and right; nobody will be there to oppress you. You won't be afraid; you won't have to face any kind of terror.

Daniel 2:24So Daniel went to Arioch whom the king had ordered to execute the wise men of Babylon and told him, “Don't execute the wise men of Babylon! Take me to see the king and I will explain to him his dream.”

Matthew 16:18I also tell you that you are Peter, and on this rock I will build my church and the powers of death won't overcome it.

Acts 6:7The word of God continued to spread, and the number of disciples in Jerusalem greatly increased, with a large number of priests committing themselves to trusting in Jesus.

Acts 19:20In this way the word of the Lord grew strong and spread widely.

Matthew Henry on Acts 12:21-25

The Death of Herod. 20 And Herod was highly displeased with them of Tyre and Sidon: but they came with one accord to him, and, having made Blastus the king's chamberlain their friend, desired peace; because their country was nourished by the king's country. 21 And upon a set day Herod, arrayed in royal apparel, sat upon his throne, and made an oration unto them. 22 And the people gave a shout, saying, It is the voice of a god, and not of a man. 23 And immediately the angel of the Lord smote him, because he gave… Read the whole commentary →

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