Acts 19:36
“Seeing then that these things cannot be spoken against, ye ought to be quiet, and to do nothing rashly.”
What does Acts 19:36 mean?
Acts 19:36 (KJV) states, "Seeing then that these things cannot be spoken against, ye ought to be quiet, and to do nothing rashly." This verse is part of a larger passage that describes the riot in Ephesus caused by the preaching of the gospel by the apostle Paul. The context of…
Read full commentaryDevotionalThe Wisdom of Restraint: Navigating Tensions with Grace
In the bustling narrative of Acts 19, we witness an uproar in the city of Ephesus. The Apostle Paul had been preaching the gospel, causing a ripple effect that threatened the profitable trade of the silversmiths who crafted idols. The tension escalated as a mob formed, chanting…
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Heavenly Father, In the stillness of this moment, I bow before You, recognizing Your supreme authority and infinite wisdom. Thank You for the gift of this day, for every breath I take, and for the grace that sustains me. Today, I am reminded of the wisdom encapsulated in Acts…
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