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Acts 28:16-20
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Acts 28:16-20
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16 And when we came into Rome, Paul was allowed to stay by himself, with the soldier that guarded him.
Paul and Jewish Leaders in Rome
17 After three days he called together the local leaders of the Jews; and when they had gathered, he said to them, “Brethren, though I had done nothing against the people or the customs of our fathers, yet I was delivered prisoner from Jerusalem into the hands of the Romans. 18 When they had examined me, they wished to set me at liberty, because there was no reason for the death penalty in my case. 19 But when the Jews objected, I was compelled to appeal to Caesar—though I had no charge to bring against my nation. 20 For this reason therefore I have asked to see you and speak with you, since it is because of the hope of Israel that I am bound with this chain.”
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Acts 28:16-20
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Acts 28:16-20
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16 When we got to Rome, Paul was allowed to live by himself, with a soldier to guard him.(A)
Paul Preaches at Rome Under Guard
17 Three days later he called together the local Jewish leaders.(B) When they had assembled, Paul said to them: “My brothers,(C) although I have done nothing against our people(D) or against the customs of our ancestors,(E) I was arrested in Jerusalem and handed over to the Romans. 18 They examined me(F) and wanted to release me,(G) because I was not guilty of any crime deserving death.(H) 19 The Jews objected, so I was compelled to make an appeal to Caesar.(I) I certainly did not intend to bring any charge against my own people. 20 For this reason I have asked to see you and talk with you. It is because of the hope of Israel(J) that I am bound with this chain.”(K)
Acts 28:30-31
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Acts 28:30-31
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30 And he lived there two whole years at his own expense,[a] and welcomed all who came to him, 31 preaching the kingdom of God and teaching about the Lord Jesus Christ quite openly and unhindered.
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- Acts 28:30 Or in his own hired dwelling
Acts 28:30-31
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Acts 28:30-31
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30 For two whole years Paul stayed there in his own rented house and welcomed all who came to see him. 31 He proclaimed the kingdom of God(A) and taught about the Lord Jesus Christ—with all boldness(B) and without hindrance!
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