Acts 13:38
Acts 13:38 in Multiple Translations
Therefore let it be known to you, brothers, that through Jesus the forgiveness of sins is proclaimed to you.
¶ Be it known unto you therefore, men and brethren, that through this man is preached unto you the forgiveness of sins:
Be it known unto you therefore, brethren, that through this man is proclaimed unto you remission of sins:
And so, let it be clear to you, my brothers, that through this man forgiveness of sins is offered to you:
My brothers, I want you to understand that we're telling you that through this man sins are forgiven.
Be it knowen vnto you therefore, men and brethren, that through this man is preached vnto you the forgiuenesse of sinnes.
'Let it therefore be known to you, men, brethren, that through this one to you is the forgiveness of sins declared,
Be it known to you therefore, brothers, that through this man is proclaimed to you remission of sins;
Be it known to you therefore, men, brethren, that through this man is preached to you the forgiveness of sins;
Be it known therefore to you, men, brethren, that through him forgiveness of sins is preached to you: and from all the things, from which you could not be justified by the law of Moses.
“Therefore, my fellow Israelis and other friends, it is important for you to know that we(exc) are declaring to you that God can forgive you for your sins as a result of what Jesus has done. Because of what Jesus has done, God considers that everyone who believes in Jesus is no longer guilty (OR, the record has been erased {God has erased the record}) concerning everything that they have done that displeased God. But when God does that for you, it is not as a result of your obeying the laws that Moses wrote.
You see, my friends, I’m telling you this message. Jesus died for us, so if we believe in him, God will say we are not guilty of the bad things we did. Jesus will make us right and good. The law that Moses gave us can’t do that, it can’t make us right and good.
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Study Notes — Acts 13:38
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- Acts 13:38 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on Acts 13:38
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Acts 13:38
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on Acts 13:38
- Trapp's Commentary on Acts 13:38
- Ellicott's Commentary on Acts 13:38
- Adam Clarke's Commentary on Acts 13:38
- Cambridge Bible on Acts 13:38
- Barnes' Notes on Acts 13:38
- Whedon's Commentary on Acts 13:38
- Sermons on Acts 13:38
Context — In Pisidian Antioch
38Therefore let it be known to you, brothers, that through Jesus the forgiveness of sins is proclaimed to you.
39Through Him everyone who believes is justified from everything from which you could not be justified by the law of Moses. 40Watch out, then, that what was spoken by the prophets does not happen to you:Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | Luke 24:47 | and in His name repentance and forgiveness of sins will be proclaimed to all nations, beginning in Jerusalem. |
| 2 | 1 John 2:12 | I am writing to you, little children, because your sins have been forgiven through His name. |
| 3 | 2 Corinthians 5:18–21 | All this is from God, who reconciled us to Himself through Christ and gave us the ministry of reconciliation: that God was reconciling the world to Himself in Christ, not counting men’s trespasses against them. And He has committed to us the message of reconciliation. Therefore we are ambassadors for Christ, as though God were making His appeal through us. We implore you on behalf of Christ: Be reconciled to God. God made Him who knew no sin to be sin on our behalf, so that in Him we might become the righteousness of God. |
| 4 | Acts 5:31 | God exalted Him to His right hand as Prince and Savior, in order to grant repentance and forgiveness of sins to Israel. |
| 5 | Colossians 1:14 | in whom we have redemption, the forgiveness of sins. |
| 6 | Ephesians 1:7 | In Him we have redemption through His blood, the forgiveness of our trespasses, according to the riches of His grace |
| 7 | Acts 28:28 | Be advised, therefore, that God’s salvation has been sent to the Gentiles, and they will listen!” |
| 8 | Acts 2:38 | Peter replied, “Repent and be baptized, every one of you, in the name of Jesus Christ for the forgiveness of your sins, and you will receive the gift of the Holy Spirit. |
| 9 | Acts 10:43 | All the prophets testify about Him that everyone who believes in Him receives forgiveness of sins through His name.” |
| 10 | John 1:29 | The next day John saw Jesus coming toward him and said, “Look, the Lamb of God, who takes away the sin of the world! |
Acts 13:38 Summary
[This verse tells us that through Jesus, our sins can be completely forgiven, and we can be made right with God. This is a free gift that we can receive by putting our faith in Jesus, as seen in Ephesians 2:8-9. The forgiveness of sins is not something we can earn or achieve on our own, but it is a gift that God offers to us through His Son. By trusting in Jesus, we can experience the joy and freedom of being forgiven and living a new life in Him, as described in 2 Corinthians 5:17.]
Frequently Asked Questions
What does it mean to have forgiveness of sins proclaimed to us?
This means that through Jesus, our sins can be completely forgiven, and we can be made right with God, as seen in Acts 13:38 and supported by Romans 3:24-25, which explains that we are justified by faith in Jesus Christ.
Is this forgiveness available to everyone?
Yes, the verse says that the forgiveness of sins is proclaimed to the brothers, implying that it is available to all people, as Jesus said in John 3:16, 'For God so loved the world that He gave His one and only Son, that everyone who believes in Him shall not perish but have eternal life.'
How does this forgiveness relate to the law of Moses?
As mentioned in Acts 13:39, the forgiveness of sins through Jesus goes beyond what the law of Moses could provide, offering a more complete and permanent solution to our sin problem, as also explained in Hebrews 10:1-4.
What is the significance of the phrase 'let it be known to you'?
This phrase emphasizes the importance and certainty of the message being proclaimed, much like the angel's announcement to the shepherds in Luke 2:10-11, where the birth of Jesus is declared as good news that brings great joy to all people.
Reflection Questions
- What are some sins in my life that I need to seek forgiveness for, and how can I apply the promise of Acts 13:38 to my situation?
- In what ways can I share the message of forgiveness through Jesus with others, as proclaimed in this verse?
- How does the concept of forgiveness impact my relationships with others, and what does it mean to forgive as God forgives us?
- What are some areas where I struggle to accept or understand God's forgiveness, and how can I deepen my understanding of this concept?
Gill's Exposition on Acts 13:38
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Acts 13:38
Matthew Poole's Commentary on Acts 13:38
Trapp's Commentary on Acts 13:38
Ellicott's Commentary on Acts 13:38
Adam Clarke's Commentary on Acts 13:38
Cambridge Bible on Acts 13:38
Barnes' Notes on Acts 13:38
Whedon's Commentary on Acts 13:38
Sermons on Acts 13:38
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Christian Responsibility by Alan Redpath | In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of proclaiming the word of God in order to shine for Jesus and experience the reality of Christ. The disciples in the early ch |
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The Great Cost of Unbelief - Part 1 by W.F. Kumuyi | This sermon emphasizes the critical importance of belief in Jesus Christ for salvation and eternal life. It contrasts the consequences of belief and unbelief, highlighting the nece |
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(Depressed Disciples) That One Sin by Willie Mullan | In this sermon, the preacher shares a personal story about his experience as a prisoner in a German prison camp after World War II. He reflects on the defeat of Hitler and the youn |
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Changed From Glory to Glory by Richard Wurmbrand | In this sermon, the pastor shares a personal experience of visiting a saloon with his wife. The owner of the saloon is grateful to the pastor for saving his life and offers them fr |
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The Five Robbers by Edgar F. Parkyns | In this sermon, the preacher tells a story about a group of thieves who were successful in their burglaries until one night when they were caught. One of the thieves fell and injur |
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5 Miracles in John 3:16 by Walter Wilson | In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the power of Jesus' love to unite people from different backgrounds and nationalities. He shares a personal experience of calling up individ |
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Pilgrim's Progress - Part 3 by Alfred P. Gibbs | In this sermon, the preacher discusses the importance of having patience and putting faith and trust in the Lord Jesus. He emphasizes that salvation comes through God's grace and t |







