Acts 12:24

But the word of God increased and multiplied.

Text-Critical English NT

In The King James Version

But the word of God grew and multiplied.

In Context

23Immediately an angel of the Lord struck Herod down because he did not give glory to God, and he was eaten by worms and breathed his last breath.

25And when Barnabas and Saul completed their ministry, they returned to Jerusalem and brought with them John (who was also called Mark).

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Cross References

Matthew 16:18And I tell yoʋ that yoʋ are Peter, and on this rock I will build my church, and the gates of Hades shall not prevail against it.

Acts 6:7So the word of God continued to increase, and the number of disciples continued to multiply greatly in Jerusalem, and a large number of priests became obedient to the faith.

Acts 19:20In this way the word of the Lord was increasing and prevailing mightily.

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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