Acts 12:5

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So Peter was kept in prison, but the church was praying very hard to God for him.

Cross References

Matthew 18:19

“I can guarantee again that if two of you agree on anything here on earth, my Father in heaven will accept it.

Luke 18:1

Jesus used this illustration with his disciples to show them that they need to pray all the time and never give up.

Acts 12:12

When Peter realized what had happened, he went to the home of Mary, the mother of John Mark. Many people had gathered at her home and were praying.

Acts 12:4

After capturing Peter, Herod had him thrown into prison with sixteen soldiers in squads of four to guard him. Herod wanted to bring Peter to trial in front of the people after Passover.

Acts 12:6

The night before Herod was going to bring Peter to trial, Peter was sleeping between two soldiers. His hands were bound with two chains, and guards were in front of the door. They were watching the prison.

1 Corinthians 12:26

If one part of the body suffers, all the other parts share its suffering. If one part is praised, all the others share in its happiness.

2 Corinthians 1:11

since you are also joining to help us when you pray for us. Then many people will thank God for the favor he will show us because many people prayed for us.

1 Thessalonians 5:17

Never stop praying.

Hebrews 13:3

Remember those in prison as if you were in prison with them. Remember those who are mistreated as if you were being mistreated.

James 5:16

So admit your sins to each other, and pray for each other so that you will be healed. Prayers offered by those who have God’s approval are effective.