Acts 13:48

"For so has the Lord commanded us, saying, ‘I have set you as a light for the Gentiles, that you should bring salvation to the uttermost parts of the earth.’”"

Key Reflection

This verse emphasizes the mission of the early Christian church, calling them to be a source of light and salvation for all nations. It underscores their role as vessels through which divine grace and redemption are extended to the entire world, fulfilling God's broader redemptive plan.

From the Scholars: Barnes' Notes

Verse 48. When the Gentiles heard this. Heard that the gospel was to be preached to them. The doctrine of the Jews had been, that salvation was confined to themselves. The Gentiles rejoiced that from the mouths of Jews they now heard a different doctrine. They glorified the word of the Lord.They honoured it as a message from God; they recognized and received it as the word of God. The expression conveys the idea of praise on account of it, and of reverence for the message as the word of God. And as many as were ordained. osoi hsan tetagmenoi, Syriac, "Who were destined," or constituted.

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