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Acts 4:29–31: Devotionals and Reflections

Now, Lord, look at their threats, and grant to your servants to speak your word with all boldness, while you stretch out your hand to heal; and that signs and wonders may be done through the name of your holy Servant Jesus.” When they had prayed, the place was shaken where they were gathered together. They were all filled with the Holy Spirit, and they spoke the word of God with boldness.

Acts 4:29–31World English Bible

Acts 4:29–31 describes believers praying amid threats, being filled with the Holy Spirit, and speaking God's word boldly.

Devotionals connected to this passage

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    Power for Witness

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  • Romans 15:13

    A Prayer for Hope

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