Acts 1:14

"All these with one accord continued steadfastly in prayer and supplication, along with the women and Mary the mother of Jesus, and with his brothers."

Key Reflection

This verse highlights the unity and devotion of the early Christian community, where men and women, including family members like Mary and Jesus' brothers, came together in prayer. Their steadfastness in worship underscores the collective faith and support that emerged after Christ's ascension, serving as a model for communal spiritual practice.

From the Scholars: Barnes' Notes

Verse 14. These all continued, etc. The word continued denotes persevering and constant attention. The main business was devotion. Ac 6:4, "We will give ourselves continually--to the ministry of the word." Ro 12:12, "Continuing instant in prayer:" Ro 13:6, "Attending continually upon this very thing." It is their main and constant employment, Col 4:2. With one accord. With one mind; unitedly; unanimously. There were no schisms, no divided interests, no discordant purposes. This is a beautiful picture of devotion, and a specimen of what social worship ought now to be, and a beautiful illustration of Ps 133.

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