Acts 13:17 meaning and explanation
The God of the people of Israel chose our fathers. He made them into a great people during their stay in Egypt, and with an uplifted arm He led them out of that land.
Acts 13:17, Berean Standard Bible
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Paul is speaking in the synagogue at Pisidian Antioch, invited to give a word of encouragement after the Scripture readings. He opens his sermon by retelling Israel's story, and this verse summarizes God's choice of the patriarchs and the exodus from Egypt.
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