Acts 10:37

"The word which he sent to the children of Israel, preaching good news of peace by Jesus Christ—he is Lord of all—"

Key Reflection

In Acts 10:37, Peter emphasizes that the message preached to the Israelites was one of "good news of peace" through Jesus Christ, declaring him as Lord. This proclamation not only introduced a new message of redemption and reconciliation but also underscored the sovereignty of Jesus over all other claims to authority. The cultural context highlights the significance of the term "Lord," which in Greek is "Kyrios," often used for divine titles and emphasized the transformative nature of Jesus' role, distinguishing him from mere human leaders.

From the Scholars: Barnes' Notes

Verse 37. That word. Greek, rhma--a different word from that in the previous verse. It may be translated thing, as well as word. Which was published. Greek, Which was done. "You know, though it may be imperfectly, what was done or accomplished in Judea," etc. Throughout all Judea. The miracles of Christ were not confined to any place, but were wrought in every part of the land. For an account of the divisions of Palestine, See Barnes "Mt 2:22". And began, etc. Greek, Having been begun in Galilee. Galilee was not far from Caesarea.

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