Acts 10:34

Then Peter opened his mouth, and said, Of a truth I perceive that God is no respecter of persons:

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Interpretation

Acceptance cannot be obtained on any other ground than that of the covenant of mercy, through the atonement of Christ; but wherever true religion is found, God will accept it without regarding names or sects. The fear of God and works of righteousness are the substance of true religion, the effects of special grace.

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This thought runs through Acts 10:34-35.

Acts 10:34 Acts 10:35

Glossary

Peter Person: Originally called Simon (=Simeon, i. e., “hearing”), a very common Jewish name in the New Testament. He was the son of Jona ( Matt. 16:17 ). His mother is nowhere named in Scripture.