Acts 15:17
“That the residue of men might seek after the Lord, and all the Gentiles, upon whom my name is called, saith the Lord, who doeth all these things.”

What does Acts 15:17 mean?
The book of Acts is the fifth book in the New Testament and tells the story of the early church and the spread of Christianity. In Acts 15:17, the verse reads, "That the residue of men might seek after the Lord, and all the Gentiles, upon whom my name is called, saith the Lord…
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The passage from Acts 15:17 reads: "That the residue of men might seek after the Lord, and all the Gentiles, upon whom my name is called, saith the Lord, who doeth all these things." This scripture not only highlights a pivotal moment in the early Church but also conveys…
Read devotionalPrayerA Prayer for Seeking the Lord and Embracing the Gentiles
Heavenly Father, In humble submission, we come before you today, overwhelmed by your eternal love and grace that transcends all boundaries. As I meditate on the words found in the book of Acts, chapter 15, verse 17 – "That the residue of men might seek after the Lord, and all…
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