Acts 5:9
The Scripture
(9) Then Peter said unto her, How is it that ye have agreed together to tempt the Spirit of the Lord? behold, the feet of them which have buried thy husband are at the door, and shall carry thee out.
Chapter overview (whole chapter)
In this chapter the early church faces renewed persecution after Stephen's bold speech is condemned by the council. The believers are arrested and Stephen is stoned to death, showing the cost of their faith. Despite the violence, the church remains united and continues its mission.
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Treasury of Scripture Knowledge
Genesis 3:9Genesis 3:10Genesis 3:11Genesis 3:12Genesis 3:13Luke 16:2Romans 3:19Acts 23:20Acts 23:21Acts 23:22Deuteronomy 13:6Deuteronomy 13:7
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Romans 7:2John 18:16Acts 5:10II Kings 6:32Ezekiel 41:3Genesis 49:31