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Acts 9:40
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But Peter put them all forth, and kneeled down, and prayed; and turning him to the body said, Tabitha, arise. And she opened her eyes: and when she saw Peter, she sat up.
About Acts 9:40
Few verses address Peter as directly as Acts 9:40. This New Testament passage from the history of Acts has become a cornerstone of biblical teaching on the subject, treasured for its precision and pastoral warmth.
Related Verses
- Acts 5:29
“Then Peter and the other apostles answered and said, We ought to obey God rather than men.”
- Acts 12:14
“And when she knew Peter’s voice, she opened not the gate for gladness, but ran in, and told how Peter stood before the gate.”
- John 13:6
“Then cometh he to Simon Peter: and Peter saith unto him, Lord, dost thou wash my feet?”
- John 18:16
“But Peter stood at the door without. Then went out that other disciple, which was known unto the high priest, and spake unto her that kept the door, and brought in Peter.”
- John 21:7
“Therefore that disciple whom Jesus loved saith unto Peter, It is the Lord. Now when Simon Peter heard that it was the Lord, he girt his fisher’s coat unto him, (for he was naked,) and did cast himself into the sea.”
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How to Apply Acts 9:40
Pray through Acts 9:40 slowly, pausing at each phrase. Journal what God highlights regarding on the theme of Peter. Commit to one concrete application over the next seven days, and revisit your notes at the end of the week to see how your perspective has shifted through the lens of this passage.