Acts 4:17
"saying, “What shall we do to these men? Because indeed a notable miracle has been done through them, as can be plainly seen by all who dwell in Jerusalem, and we can’t deny it."
Key Reflection
This passage highlights the dilemma faced by the religious leaders confronted with the undeniable evidence of a miraculous work through Peter and John. Despite acknowledging the miracle, their fear of losing control leads them to consider how to suppress this testimony, revealing their rejection of the divine purpose behind these signs.
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From the Scholars: Barnes' Notes