Acts 11:23 “When he arrived and saw the grace of God, he rejoiced and encouraged t…”

Acts 11:23

When he arrived and saw the grace of God, he rejoiced and encouraged them all to abide in the Lord with all their hearts.

Berean Standard Bible

Other translations

King James Version

Who, when he came, and had seen the grace of God, was glad, and exhorted them all, that with purpose of heart they would cleave unto the Lord.

World English Bible

who, when he had come, and had seen the grace of God, was glad. He exhorted them all, that with purpose of heart they should remain near to the Lord.

American Standard Version

who, when he was come, and had seen the grace of God, was glad; and he exhorted them all, that with purpose of heart they would cleave unto the Lord:

Geneva Bible 1599

Who when he was come and had seene the grace of God, was glad, and exhorted all, that with purpose of heart they would continue in the Lord.

Darby Translation

who, having arrived and seeing the grace of God, rejoiced, and exhorted all with purpose of heart to abide with the Lord;

Young's Literal Translation

who, having come, and having seen the grace of God, was glad, and was exhorting all with purpose of heart to cleave to the Lord,

Bible in Basic English

Who, when he came and saw the grace of God, was glad; and he made clear to them the need of keeping near the Lord with all the strength of their hearts:

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Cross references

“seen”

Colossians 1:6 2 Peter 1:4–9 3 John 1:4 Mark 2:5 1 Thessalonians 1:3 1 Thessalonians 1:4

Colossians 1:6 · BSB

that has come to you. All over the world this gospel is bearing fruit and growing, just as it has been doing among you since the day you heard it and truly understood the grace of God.

2 Peter 1:4–9 · BSB

Through these He has given us His precious and magnificent promises, so that through them you may become partakers of the divine nature, now that you have escaped the corruption in the world caused by evil desires.

3 John 1:4 · BSB

I have no greater joy than to hear that my children are walking in the truth.

Mark 2:5 · BSB

When Jesus saw their faith, He said to the paralytic, “Son, your sins are forgiven.”

1 Thessalonians 1:3 · BSB

and continually recalling before our God and Father your work of faith, your labor of love, and your enduring hope in our Lord Jesus Christ.

1 Thessalonians 1:4 · BSB

Brothers who are beloved by God, we know that He has chosen you,

“and exhorted”

Acts 14:22 Acts 13:43 1 John 2:28 John 15:4 Hebrews 10:19–26 Hebrews 10:32–39

Acts 14:22 · BSB

strengthening the souls of the disciples and encouraging them to continue in the faith. “We must endure many hardships to enter the kingdom of God,” they said.

Acts 13:43 · BSB

After the synagogue was dismissed, many of the Jews and devout converts to Judaism followed Paul and Barnabas, who spoke to them and urged them to continue in the grace of God.

1 John 2:28 · BSB

And now, little children, remain in Christ, so that when He appears, we may be confident and unashamed before Him at His coming.

John 15:4 · BSB

Remain in Me, and I will remain in you. Just as no branch can bear fruit by itself unless it remains in the vine, neither can you bear fruit unless you remain in Me.

Hebrews 10:19–26 · BSB

Therefore, brothers, since we have confidence to enter the Most Holy Place by the blood of Jesus,

Hebrews 10:32–39 · BSB

Remember the early days that you were in the light. In those days, you endured a great conflict in the face of suffering.

“purpose”

2 Timothy 3:10 Daniel 1:8 Psalm 17:3 Proverbs 23:15 Proverbs 23:28 2 Corinthians 1:17

2 Timothy 3:10 · BSB

You, however, have observed my teaching, my conduct, my purpose, my faith, my patience, my love, my perseverance,

Daniel 1:8 · BSB

But Daniel made up his mind that he would not defile himself with the king’s food or wine. So he asked the chief official for permission not to defile himself.

Psalm 17:3 · BSB

You have tried my heart; You have visited me in the night. You have tested me and found no evil; I have resolved not to sin with my mouth.

Proverbs 23:15 · BSB

My son, if your heart is wise, my own heart will indeed rejoice.

Proverbs 23:28 · BSB

Like a robber she lies in wait and multiplies the faithless among men.

2 Corinthians 1:17 · BSB

When I planned this, did I do it carelessly? Or do I make my plans by human standards, so as to say “Yes, yes” and also “No, no”?

“cleave”

1 Corinthians 15:58 Deuteronomy 30:20 Joshua 23:8 Deuteronomy 10:20 Joshua 22:5 Matthew 16:24

1 Corinthians 15:58 · BSB

Therefore, my beloved brothers, be steadfast and immovable. Always excel in the work of the Lord, because you know that your labor in the Lord is not in vain.

Deuteronomy 30:20 · BSB

and that you may love the LORD your God, obey Him, and hold fast to Him. For He is your life, and He will prolong your life in the land that the LORD swore to give to your fathers, to Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob.”

Joshua 23:8 · BSB

Instead, you shall hold fast to the LORD your God, as you have done to this day.

Deuteronomy 10:20 · BSB

You are to fear the LORD your God and serve Him. Hold fast to Him and take your oaths in His name.

Joshua 22:5 · BSB

But be very careful to observe the commandment and the law that Moses the servant of the LORD gave you: to love the LORD your God, to walk in all His ways, to keep His commandments, to hold fast to Him, and to serve Him…

Matthew 16:24 · BSB

Then Jesus told His disciples, “If anyone wants to come after Me, he must deny himself and take up his cross and follow Me.

Also

Acts 20:24 Acts 14:26 Acts 20:32 Acts 15:40

Acts 20:24 · BSB

But I consider my life of no value to me, if only I may finish my course and complete the ministry I have received from the Lord Jesus—the ministry of testifying to the good news of God’s grace.

Acts 14:26 · BSB

From Attalia they sailed to Antioch, where they had been commended to the grace of God for the work they had just completed.

Acts 20:32 · BSB

And now I commit you to God and to the word of His grace, which can build you up and give you an inheritance among all who are sanctified.

Acts 15:40 · BSB

but Paul chose Silas and left, commended by the brothers to the grace of the Lord.

Cross references adapted from OpenBible.info (CC BY 4.0) and the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge.

In context

22When news of this reached the ears of the church in Jerusalem, they sent Barnabas to Antioch.

24Barnabas was a good man, full of the Holy Spirit and faith, and a great number of people were brought to the Lord.

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