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The Gentiles Ask to Hear the Gospel
…48When the Gentiles heard this, they rejoiced and glorified the word of the Lord, and all who were appointed for eternal life believed.49Andthewordof theLordspreadthroughoutthatregion.50The Jews, however, incited the religious women of prominence and the leading men of the city. They stirred up persecution against Paul and Barnabas and drove them out of their district.…

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And the word of the Lord was published throughout all the region.

was.

Acts 6:7
And the word of God increased; and the number of the disciples multiplied in Jerusalem greatly; and a great company of the priests were obedient to the faith.

Acts 9:42
And it was known throughout all Joppa; and many believed in the Lord.

Acts 12:24
But the word of God grew and multiplied.

AbroadCarriedCountryDistrictLord'sMessagePublishedRegionSpreadThroughoutWholeWordAbroadCarriedCountryDistrictLord'sMessagePublishedRegionSpreadThroughoutWholeWord1.Paul and Barnabas are chosen to go to the Gentiles.
6.Of Sergius Paulus, and Elymas the sorcerer.
13.Paul preaches at Antioch that Jesus is Christ.
42.The Gentiles believe;
44.but the Jews talked abusively against Paul,
46.whereupon they turn to the Gentiles, of whom many believe.
50.The Jews raise a persecution against Paul and Barnabas, who go to Iconium.

And the word of the Lord
This phrase refers to the message of the Gospel, the good news of Jesus Christ's death and resurrection for the salvation of humanity. In the context of Acts, "the word of the Lord" often signifies the teachings and doctrines that the apostles were spreading. The phrase underscores the divine origin of the message, emphasizing that it is not merely human wisdom but a revelation from God. This aligns with passages like1 Thessalonians 2:13, where Paul commends the Thessalonians for accepting the word of God as it truly is.

spread
The term "spread" indicates the rapid dissemination and acceptance of the Gospel message. This reflects the fulfillment of Jesus' command inActs 1:8, where He instructed His disciples to be His witnesses "in Jerusalem, and in all Judea and Samaria, and to the ends of the earth." The spread of the Gospel is a recurring theme in Acts, demonstrating the power of the Holy Spirit working through the apostles and early Christians. The Greek word used here, "diapheromai," suggests a thorough and widespread distribution, indicating the effectiveness of the missionary efforts.

throughout that region
The region referred to here is Pisidian Antioch and its surrounding areas, part of the Roman province of Galatia in modern-day Turkey. This area was a significant center for early Christian missionary activity. The spread of the Gospel in this region is significant because it represents the movement of Christianity beyond the Jewish communities and into the Gentile world, fulfilling the prophecy ofIsaiah 49:6, which speaks of being a light to the Gentiles. The cultural and historical context of the region, with its mix of Jewish and Gentile populations, provided a fertile ground for the Gospel to take root and grow.

1.Paul and Barnabas
Key figures in the early Christian church, they were missionaries spreading the Gospel. InActs 13, they are in Pisidian Antioch, a city in modern-day Turkey.

2.Pisidian Antioch
A significant city in the Roman province of Galatia, where Paul and Barnabas preached in the synagogue, leading to both acceptance and opposition.

3.The Word of the Lord
Refers to the Gospel message about Jesus Christ, which Paul and Barnabas were proclaiming.

4.The Region
The surrounding area of Pisidian Antioch, indicating that the message was not confined to the city but was spreading outward.

5.Jewish and Gentile Audiences
The message was initially preached in the synagogue to Jews, but it also reached Gentiles, showing the inclusive nature of the Gospel.The Power of the Gospel
The Gospel is inherently powerful and transformative, capable of spreading and impacting entire regions.

The Role of Obedience in Evangelism
Paul and Barnabas's obedience to God's call demonstrates the importance of faithful proclamation in the spread of the Gospel.

Inclusivity of the Gospel Message
The spread of the word to both Jews and Gentiles underscores the universal nature of the Gospel, breaking cultural and ethnic barriers.

God's Sovereignty in Evangelism
The spread of the word is ultimately a work of God, reminding believers to rely on His power and guidance in evangelistic efforts.

The Importance of Community in Gospel Spread
The regional spread suggests that the Gospel often spreads through networks of relationships and communities.1.What is the meaning of Acts 13:49?

2.How can we ensure "the word of the Lord spread" in our community?

3.What methods did early Christians use to spread the Gospel in Acts 13:49?

4.How does Acts 13:49 connect with the Great Commission in Matthew 28:19-20?

5.What obstacles might we face when spreading God's word like in Acts 13:49?

6.How can Acts 13:49 inspire us to prioritize evangelism in our daily lives?

7.How did the word of the Lord spread throughout the region in Acts 13:49?

8.What historical evidence supports the widespread dissemination mentioned in Acts 13:49?

9.Why was the message in Acts 13:49 so compelling to the people of that region?

10.What are the top 10 Lessons from Acts 13?

11.What were the key events in Paul's First Missionary Journey?

12.What does 'benediction' mean in the Bible?

13.What role does Iran play in biblical prophecy?

14.What is the Second Coming of Jesus Christ?And

• The verse opens with “And,” linking it to the event that just happened in Pisidian Antioch: “When the Gentiles heard this, they rejoiced and glorified the word of the Lord” (Acts 13:48).

• This connective shows an immediate continuation—God’s work didn’t pause; it advanced right away.

• Similar momentum appears inActs 12:24: “But the word of God continued to spread and multiply.” The pattern is clear: whenever the gospel is embraced, expansion follows.

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the word of the Lord

• Luke does not say Paul’s ideas or Barnabas’ insights; he writes “the word of the Lord.”

• That phrase underscores divine origin and authority (1 Thessalonians 2:13;1 Peter 1:25).

• The same authoritative message that created faith in Antioch of Pisidia is the one proclaimed today—unchanged, living, and powerful (Hebrews 4:12).

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spread

• “Spread” pictures the gospel moving like ripples in a pond—outward, unstoppable.

•Acts 6:7 andActs 19:20 show identical verbs and results: “So the word of the Lord powerfully continued to spread and prevail.”

• Paul later asks the Thessalonians to pray “that the word of the Lord may spread rapidly and be honored” (2 Thessalonians 3:1). God delights to propel His message when hearts are receptive.

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throughout that region

• The gospel did not stay in the synagogue or even the city limits; it permeated “that region,” likely the wider area of Galatia.

•Romans 15:19 describes a similar sweep: “from Jerusalem all the way around to Illyricum, I have fully proclaimed the gospel of Christ.”

• Wherever believers went, the message echoed (Acts 8:4;1 Thessalonians 1:8). Geography posed no barrier because the Holy Spirit empowered ordinary people to speak.

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summary

Acts 13:49 shows the immediate, Spirit-driven expansion of the gospel. The authoritative “word of the Lord” did not stall after initial acceptance; it surged outward, touching an entire region. God’s pattern remains: when His Word is joyfully received, it inevitably spreads—crossing streets, cultures, and nations—until “the earth will be filled with the knowledge of the glory of the LORD” (Habakkuk 2:14).

(49)Throughout all the region.--This clearly involves a considerable period of active working. It was not in Antioch only, but in the "region" round about, the border district of the three provinces of Phrygia, Lycaonia, and Galatia, that the new faith was planted. Each town and village in that region presented the spectacle of at least some few men and women who no longer sacrificed to their country's gods, who were no longer content even to worship in the synagogue of therelligio licita of the Jews, but met in small companies here and there, as the disciples of a new Master.

Verse 49.- Spread abroad forpublished, A.V. As the persecution after the death of Stephen led to the preaching of the Word in Judaea and Samaria and beyond, so here the contradiction and opposition of the Jews led to the free preaching of the gospel for the first time among the heathen population of Pisidia.

Parallel Commentaries ...


And
δὲ(de)
Conjunction
Strong's 1161:A primary particle; but, and, etc.

the
ὁ(ho)
Article - Nominative Masculine Singular
Strong's 3588:The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the.

word
λόγος(logos)
Noun - Nominative Masculine Singular
Strong's 3056:From lego; something said; by implication, a topic, also reasoning or motive; by extension, a computation; specially, the Divine Expression.

of the
τοῦ(tou)
Article - Genitive Masculine Singular
Strong's 3588:The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the.

Lord
Κυρίου(Kyriou)
Noun - Genitive Masculine Singular
Strong's 2962:Lord, master, sir; the Lord. From kuros; supreme in authority, i.e. controller; by implication, Master.

spread
διεφέρετο(diephereto)
Verb - Imperfect Indicative Middle or Passive - 3rd Person Singular
Strong's 1308:From dia and phero; to bear through, i.e. transport; usually to bear apart, i.e. to toss about; subjectively, to 'differ', or surpass.

throughout
δι’(di’)
Preposition
Strong's 1223:A primary preposition denoting the channel of an act; through.

[that]
τῆς(tēs)
Article - Genitive Feminine Singular
Strong's 3588:The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the.

region.
χώρας(chōras)
Noun - Genitive Feminine Singular
Strong's 5561:Feminine of a derivative of the base of chasma through the idea of empty expanse; room, i.e. A space of territory.


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