Acts 12:1

God's Word

About that time King Herod devoted his attention to mistreating certain members of the church.

Cross References

Psalm 125:3

A wicked ruler will not be allowed to govern the land set aside for righteous people. That is why righteous people do not use their power to do wrong.

Matthew 14:1

At that time Herod, ruler of Galilee, heard the news about Jesus.

Matthew 14:3

Herod had arrested John, tied him up, and put him in prison. Herod did this for Herodias, the wife of his brother Philip.

Matthew 14:6

When Herod celebrated his birthday, Herodias’ daughter danced for his guests. Herod was so delighted with her that

Matthew 24:9

“Then they will hand you over to those who will torture and kill you. All nations will hate you because you are committed to me.

Luke 22:53

I was with you in the temple courtyard every day and you didn’t try to arrest me. But this is your time, when darkness rules.”

John 15:20

Remember what I told you: ‘A servant isn’t greater than his master.’ If they persecuted me, they will also persecute you. If they did what I said, they will also do what you say.

John 16:2

You will be thrown out of synagogues. Certainly, the time is coming when people who murder you will think that they are serving God.

Acts 11:30

The disciples did this and sent their contribution with Barnabas and Saul to the leaders ⌞in Jerusalem⌟.

Acts 12:2

He had James, the brother of John, executed.

Acts 4:30

Show your power by healing, performing miracles, and doing amazing things through the power and the name of your holy servant Jesus.”

Acts 9:31

Then the church throughout Judea, Galilee, and Samaria had peace. The number of people increased as people lived in the fear of the Lord and the comfort of the Holy Spirit.