Acts 7:50
"‘heaven is my throne, and the earth a footstool for my feet. What kind of house will you build me?’ says the Lord. ‘Or what is the place of my rest?"
Key Reflection
In this passage, Peter quotes Stephen, who emphasizes God's transcendence by contrasting His heavenly throne with our earthly limitations. It underscores that no human construction could adequately honor or house such a sovereign deity, highlighting the divine perspective on worship and reverence.
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From the Scholars: Barnes' Notes