The apostles left the Sanhedrin, rejoicing that they had been counted worthy of suffering disgrace for the Name. Cross References Isaiah 51:7 Listen to Me, you who know what is right, you people with My law in your hearts: Do not fear the scorn of men; do not be broken by their insults. John 15:21 But they will treat you like this because of My name, since they do not know the One who sent Me. Acts 5:21 At daybreak the apostles entered the temple courts as they had been told and began to teach the people. When the high priest and his associates arrived, they convened the Sanhedrin--the full assembly of the elders of Israel--and sent to the jail for the apostles. Acts 21:13 Then Paul answered, "Why are you weeping and breaking my heart? I am ready not only to be bound, but also to die in Jerusalem for the name of the Lord Jesus." 1 Peter 4:14 If you are insulted for the name of Christ, you are blessed, because the Spirit of glory and of God rests on you. 1 Peter 4:16 But if you suffer as a Christian, do not be ashamed, but glorify God that you bear that name. 3 John 1:7 For they went out on behalf of the Name, accepting nothing from the Gentiles. Treasury of Scripture And they departed from the presence of the council, rejoicing that they were counted worthy to suffer shame for his name. rejoicing. Acts 16:23-25 Isaiah 61:10 Isaiah 65:14 shame. Hebrews 12:2 |
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