and not for the Jewish nation only, but to gather together into one the children of God who are scattered.)

And I set myself apart on their behalf, so that they too may be truly set apart.

Phrygia and Pamphylia, Egypt and the parts of Libya near Cyrene, and visitors from Rome,

You have made known to me the paths of life; you will make me full of joy with your presence.’

And because they saw the man who had been healed standing with them, they had nothing to say against this.

Philip, however, found himself at Azotus, and as he passed through the area, he proclaimed the good news to all the towns until he came to Caesarea.

He was speaking and debating with the Greek-speaking Jews, but they were trying to kill him.

and said, ‘Cornelius, your prayer has been heard and your acts of charity have been remembered before God.

Though they found no basis for a death sentence, they asked Pilate to have him executed.

he said with a loud voice, “Stand upright on your feet.” And the man leaped up and began walking.

And now, compelled by the Spirit, I am going to Jerusalem without knowing what will happen to me there,

When they had heard my case, they wanted to release me, because there was no basis for a death sentence against me.

For the wrath of God is revealed from heaven against all ungodliness and unrighteousness of people who suppress the truth by their unrighteousness,

For what does the scripture say? “Abraham believed God, and it was credited to him as righteousness.”

How then was it credited to him? Was he circumcised at the time, or not? No, he was not circumcised but uncircumcised!

but Israel even though pursuing a law of righteousness did not attain it.

For Christ is the end of the law, with the result that there is righteousness for everyone who believes.

For with the heart one believes and thus has righteousness and with the mouth one confesses and thus has salvation.

For God has consigned all people to disobedience so that he may show mercy to them all.

So I do not run uncertainly or box like one who hits only air.