1 tn Grk “and there came about,” but this is somewhat awkward in English.
2 sn Great joy. The reason for eschatological joy was that such events pointed to God’s decisive deliverance (Luke 7:22-23). Note how the acts of healing extend beyond the Twelve here.
3 sn The citizens of Pisidian Antioch were not discouraged by the persecution, but instead were filled with joy.