Acts 13:15

New Century Version

After the law of Moses and the writings of the prophets were read, the leaders of the synagogue sent a message to Paul and Barnabas: “Brothers, if you have any message that will encourage the people, please speak.”

Cross References

Mark 5:22

A leader of the synagogue, named Jairus, came there, saw Jesus, and fell at his feet.

Luke 16:16

“The law of Moses and the writings of the prophets were preached until John came. Since then the Good News about the kingdom of God is being told, and everyone tries to enter it by force.

Acts 1:16

“Brothers and sisters, in the Scriptures the Holy Spirit said through David something that must happen involving Judas. He was one of our own group and served together with us. He led those who arrested Jesus.”

Acts 13:27

Those who live in Jerusalem and their leaders did not realize that Jesus was the Savior. They did not understand the words that the prophets wrote, which are read every Sabbath day. But they made them come true when they said Jesus was guilty.

Acts 15:21

They should do these things, because for a long time in every city the law of Moses has been taught. And it is still read in the synagogue every Sabbath day.”

Acts 15:7

After a long debate, Peter stood up and said to them, “Brothers, you know that in the early days God chose me from among you to preach the Good News to the nations. They heard the Good News from me, and they believed.

Acts 18:17

Then they all grabbed Sosthenes, the leader of the synagogue, and beat him there before the court. But this did not bother Gallio.

Acts 18:8

Crispus was the leader of that synagogue, and he and all the people living in his house believed in the Lord. Many others in Corinth also listened to Paul and believed and were baptized.

Acts 2:29

“Brothers and sisters, I can tell you truly that David, our ancestor, died and was buried. His grave is still here with us today.

Acts 2:37

When the people heard this, they felt guilty and asked Peter and the other apostles, “What shall we do?”

Acts 2:4

They were all filled with the Holy Spirit, and they began to speak different languages by the power the Holy Spirit was giving them.

Acts 20:2

He said many things to strengthen the followers in the different places on his way through Macedonia. Then he went to Greece,

Acts 22:1

Paul said, “Brothers and fathers, listen to my defense to you.”

Acts 4:36

One of the believers was named Joseph, a Levite born in Cyprus. The apostles called him Barnabas (which means “one who encourages”).

Acts 7:2

Stephen answered, “Brothers and fathers, listen to me. Our glorious God appeared to Abraham, our ancestor, in Mesopotamia before he lived in Haran.

Romans 12:8

Whoever has the gift of encouraging others should encourage. Whoever has the gift of giving to others should give freely. Anyone who has the gift of being a leader should try hard when he leads. Whoever has the gift of showing mercy to others should do so with joy.

1 Corinthians 14:3

But those who prophesy are speaking to people to give them strength, encouragement, and comfort.

2 Corinthians 3:14

But their minds were closed, and even today that same covering hides the meaning when they read the old agreement. That covering is taken away only through Christ.

1 Thessalonians 2:3

Our appeal does not come from lies or wrong reasons, nor were we trying to trick you.

Hebrews 13:22

My brothers and sisters, I beg you to listen patiently to this message I have written to encourage you, because it is not very long.