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Acts 5:39 Cross-References
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“But if it be of God, ye cannot overthrow it; lest haply ye be found even to fight against God.”
Acts 5:39 (KJV)
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Commentary on Acts 5:39
Gamaliel's warning climaxes with the sobering possibility of fighting 'against God' (Greek: theomachoi). This phrase captures the futility and danger of opposing divine purposes. While Gamaliel spoke better than he knew, his logic is sound: human power cannot overthrow what God establishes. This principle comforts persecuted believers—our vindication is certain because God's purposes cannot fail. No weapon formed against God's work shall prosper.
Source: KJV Study Commentary
Cross-References for Acts 5:39
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“There is no wisdom nor understanding nor counsel against the LORD.”
“and from ancient times things that are not [yet] done; saying”
“{Peter's name”
“and the weakness of God is stronger than men.”
“when we believed in the Lord Jesus Christ”
“For I will give you a mouth and wisdom”
“And they were not able to resist the wisdom and the spirit by which he spake.”
“Who are you, Lord? The Lord said”
“since the day was I am he; and there is no one who can deliver out of my hand. I will work”