Acts 12:24

But the word of the Lord increased, and was widely diffused.

Thomas Haweis 1795 New Testament

In The King James Version

But the word of God grew and multiplied.

In Context

23But instantly the angel of the Lord smote him, because he gave not the glory to God: and being devoured with worms, he expired.

25Then Barnabas and Saul departed from Jerusalem, having completed the distribution of the sum entrusted with them; and they took with them John, whose surname was Mark.

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Cross References

Matthew 16:18And I tell thee, That thou art Peter, and upon this rock will I build my church, and the gates of hell shall not prevail against it.

Acts 6:7And the word of God increased: and the number of the disciples in Jerusalem was multiplied greatly; and a vast body of the priests were obedient to the faith.

Acts 19:20So mightily did the word of God increase and prevail.

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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