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“For he is not a Jew who is one outwardly, nor is circumcision that which is outward in the flesh; but he is a Jew who is one inwardly; and circumcision is that of the heart, in the Spirit, not in the letter; whose praise is not from men but from God.” (2:28-29)

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BibleGateway: Romans 2:17-29 ESV Text: Romans 2:17-29 KJV Text: Romans 2:17-29 The section starts at about 2:0 and ends at about 3:45      17 Behold, thou art called a Jew, and restest in the law, and… “For he is not a Jew who is one outwardly, nor is circumcision that which is outward in the flesh; but he is a Jew who is one inwardly; and circumcision is that of the heart, in the Spirit, not in the letter; whose praise is not from men but from God.” (2:28-29)

“Gentiles . . . not having the law, are a law to themselves, who show the work of the law written in their hearts, their conscience also bearing witness, and between themselves their thoughts accusing or else excusing them.” (2:14-15)

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BibleGateway: Romans 2:1-16 ESV Text: Romans 2:1-16 KJV Text: Romans 2:1-16 The section starts at about 0:0 and ends at about 2:9      1 Therefore thou art inexcusable, O man, whosoever thou art that judgest: for… “Gentiles . . . not having the law, are a law to themselves, who show the work of the law written in their hearts, their conscience also bearing witness, and between themselves their thoughts accusing or else excusing them.” (2:14-15)

“For since the creation of the world His invisible attributes are clearly seen, being understood by the things that are made, even His eternal power and Godhead, so that they are without excuse.” (1:20)

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BibleGateway: Romans 1:18-32 ESV Text: Romans 1:18-32 KJV Text: Romans 1:18-32 The section starts at about 2:18 and ends at about 4:32 18 For the wrath of God is revealed from heaven against all ungodliness… “For since the creation of the world His invisible attributes are clearly seen, being understood by the things that are made, even His eternal power and Godhead, so that they are without excuse.” (1:20)

“For in it [the Gospel] the righteousness of God is revealed from faith to faith; as it is written, ‘The just shall live by faith.'” (1:17)

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BibleGateway: Romans 1:1-17 ESV Text: Romans 1:1-17 KJV Text: Romans 1:1-17 The section starts at about 0:0 and ends at about 2:27      1 Paul, a servant of Jesus Christ, called to be an apostle, separated… “For in it [the Gospel] the righteousness of God is revealed from faith to faith; as it is written, ‘The just shall live by faith.’” (1:17)

Though under house arrest for two years, God enables Paul to carry on a productive Gospel ministry. In whatever situation we find ourselves, God will give us outlets to serve in the interest of our Savior.

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  BibleGateway: Acts 28:17-31 ESV Text: Acts 28:17-31 KJV Text: Acts 28:17-31 The section starts at about 2:11 and ends at about 4:41      17 And it came to pass, that after three days Paul called… Though under house arrest for two years, God enables Paul to carry on a productive Gospel ministry. In whatever situation we find ourselves, God will give us outlets to serve in the interest of our Savior.

The power of Jesus comes to the island of Malta. Paul suffers no ill effects after being bitten by a venomous snake, and people from all over the island are cured of sicknesses. Most certainly, Paul preaches the Gospel, God’s power for salvation.

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  BibleGateway: Acts 28:1-16 ESV Text: Acts 28:1-16 KJV Text: Acts 28:1-16 The section starts at about 0:0 and ends at about 2:20      1 And when they were escaped, then they knew that the island… The power of Jesus comes to the island of Malta. Paul suffers no ill effects after being bitten by a venomous snake, and people from all over the island are cured of sicknesses. Most certainly, Paul preaches the Gospel, God’s power for salvation.

It’s a shipwreck, but one in which not one single person aboard is lost. Isn’t that exactly what God, through Paul, had said would happen? Lord, help us trust implicitly all that Your Word says and promises.

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  BibleGateway: Acts 27:27-44 ESV Text: Acts 27:27-44 KJV Text: Acts 27:27-44 The section starts at about 3:17 and ends at about 5:51 27 But when the fourteenth night was come, as we were driven… It’s a shipwreck, but one in which not one single person aboard is lost. Isn’t that exactly what God, through Paul, had said would happen? Lord, help us trust implicitly all that Your Word says and promises.

Finally Paul sets sail in what turns out to be a perilous voyage. As the storm rages on, Paul shows himself to be a calming force, speaking to his fellow shipmates of God’s promise to spare all their lives. What comfort we bring when we share the promises of God!

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  BibleGateway: Acts 27:1-26 ESV Text: Acts 27:1-26 KJV Text: Acts 27:1-26 The section starts at about 0:0 and ends at about 3:26      1 And when it was determined that we should sail into Italy,… Finally Paul sets sail in what turns out to be a perilous voyage. As the storm rages on, Paul shows himself to be a calming force, speaking to his fellow shipmates of God’s promise to spare all their lives. What comfort we bring when we share the promises of God!

When Paul again testifies to God’s grace, Festus accuses Paul of being out of his mind. But Paul explains that what he has said is a matter of verifiable record. Regardless, if one is said to be out of his mind, let it be said he’s out of his mind for Christ.

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  BibleGateway: Acts 26:19-32 ESV Text: Acts 26:19-32 KJV Text: Acts 26:19-32 The section starts at about 2:36 and ends at about 4:31 19 Whereupon, O king Agrippa, I was not disobedient unto the heavenly… When Paul again testifies to God’s grace, Festus accuses Paul of being out of his mind. But Paul explains that what he has said is a matter of verifiable record. Regardless, if one is said to be out of his mind, let it be said he’s out of his mind for Christ.

Paul explains his Christ-given mission to both the Jews and the Gentiles: “So that they may receive forgiveness of sins and a place among those who are sanctified by faith in Me.”

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  BibleGateway: Acts 26:1-18 ESV Text: Acts 26:1-18 KJV Text: Acts 26:1-18 The section starts at about 0:0 and ends at about 2:45      1 Then Agrippa said unto Paul, Thou art permitted to speak for… Paul explains his Christ-given mission to both the Jews and the Gentiles: “So that they may receive forgiveness of sins and a place among those who are sanctified by faith in Me.”