Acts 13:7

The Passion Translation

He had gained influence as the spiritual advisor to the regional governor, Sergius Paulus, considered by many to be a wise and intelligent leader. The governor requested a meeting with Barnabas and Saul because he wanted to hear the message of God’s word.

Cross References

Proverbs 14:15

A gullible person will believe anything, but a sensible person will confirm the facts.

Proverbs 14:18

The naïve demonstrate a lack of wisdom, but the lovers of wisdom are crowned with revelation-knowledge.

Proverbs 14:8

For the wisdom of the wise will keep life on the right track, while the fool only deceives himself and refuses to face reality.

Proverbs 18:15

The spiritually hungry are always ready to learn more, for their hearts are eager to discover new truths.

Acts 13:12

When the governor witnessed this, he believed and was awestruck by the power of the message of the Lord.

Acts 13:8

But Elymas, whose name means “sorcerer,” stood up against them and tried to prevent the governor from believing their message.

Acts 18:12

Now, at that time, Gallio was the regional governor who ruled over the Roman province of Achaia, and the Jews turned against Paul and came together to seize him and bring him publicly before the governor’s court.

Acts 19:38

So if Demetrius and the men of his trade have a case against someone, the courts are open. They can appear before the judge and press charges.

1 Thessalonians 5:21

but be faithful to examine them by putting them to the test, and afterward hold tightly to what has proven to be right.