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Acts 9:22 Cross-References
Explore 14 cross-references for Acts 9:22 from the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge, connecting Acts chapter 9 verse 22 to related passages throughout the Bible.
“But Saul increased the more in strength, and confounded the Jews which dwelt at Damascus, proving that this is very Christ.”
Acts 9:22 (KJV)
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Commentary on Acts 9:22
Saul 'increased the more in strength, and confounded the Jews which dwelt at Damascus, proving that this is very Christ.' Saul's strength grew as he matured in faith and understanding. The Greek symbibazo (proving/demonstrating) indicates logical argument from Scripture. He 'confounded' (confused/refuted) his opponents by proving Jesus is the Messiah (Christ). From a Reformed perspective, this shows the Spirit's work in illuminating Scripture - Saul's former blindness to Messianic prophecies gave way to clear understanding that Jesus fulfilled all. His Pharisaic training, once used against Chr...
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Cross-References for Acts 9:22
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“Paul was compelled by the Spirit”
“He giveth power to the faint; and to them that have no might he increaseth strength.”
“For I will give you a mouth and wisdom”
“the brothers encouraged him”
“that he might put to shame the things that are strong;”
“of the Alexandrians”
“many people came to him at his lodging. He explained to them”
“The righteous also shall hold on his way”
“They go from strength to strength”
“This is what I told you, while I was still with you, that all things which are written in the law of Moses, the prophets, and the psalms, concerning me must be fulfilled.”