Acts 12:5 Peter therefore was kept in prison: but prayer was made without ceasing of the church to God for him. On the whole narrative we note — 1. The saint's tribulation. Peter in prison — various sorts of prisons. 2. The saint's treasure, Peter slept — peace of heart. 3. The saint's power. Prayer in Mary's house. 4. The saint's deliverance. God interferes. 5. The saint's duty. Peter must gird himself and bind on his sandals, and cast his garment about him and follow the angel. Parallel Verses KJV: Peter therefore was kept in prison: but prayer was made without ceasing of the church unto God for him.WEB: Peter therefore was kept in the prison, but constant prayer was made by the assembly to God for him. |
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