These had gone on ahead and were waiting for us in Troas.

These are the ones who have not defiled themselves with women, for they are virgins. These are the ones who follow the Lamb wherever he goes. These were redeemed from humanity as firstfruits to God and to the Lamb,

And these will depart into eternal punishment, but the righteous into eternal life.”

For all who are led by the Spirit of God are the sons of God.

so they too have now been disobedient in order that, by the mercy shown to you, they too may now receive mercy.

so then, understand that those who believe are the sons of Abraham.

And these also must be tested first and then let them serve as deacons if they are found blameless.

And these all were commended for their faith, yet they did not receive what was promised.

These people are divisive, worldly, devoid of the Spirit.

So the high priest stood up and said to him, “Have you no answer? What is this that they are testifying against you?”

Others are the ones sown among thorns: They are those who hear the word,

They devour widows’ property, and as a show make long prayers. These men will receive a more severe punishment.”

He answered, “I tell you, if they keep silent, the very stones will cry out!”

They devour widows’ property, and as a show make long prayers. They will receive a more severe punishment.”

Then he said to them, “What are these matters you are discussing so intently as you walk along?” And they stood still, looking sad.

Completely baffled, they said, “Aren’t all these who are speaking Galileans?

In spite of what you think, these men are not drunk, for it is only nine o’clock in the morning.

Or these men here should tell what crime they found me guilty of when I stood before the council,

It is not as though the word of God had failed. For not all those who are descended from Israel are truly Israel,

I was glad about the arrival of Stephanus, Fortunatus, and Achaicus because they have supplied the fellowship with you that I lacked.