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Character Over Charisma
Commentators emphasize that Barnabas's success came from his character, not special talents. Luke describes him as "a good man, full of the Holy Spirit and of faith." Scholars note that humble piety and genuine goodness are often more powerful in ministry than the most splendid gifts. This shows that a godly character is the true foundation for effective service and church growth.
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Albert Barnes
On Acts 11:24
18th Century
Theologian
For he was a good man. This is given as a reason why he was so eminently successful. It is not said that he was a man of distinguished tal…
AT Robertson
On Acts 11:24
For (οτ). Because. This is the explanation of the conduct of Barnabas. The facts were opposed to the natural prejudices of a Jew l…
Charles Ellicott
On Acts 11:24
19th Century
Bishop
For he was a good man.—Words of praise of this kind are comparatively rare in this history, and we may, perhaps, think of…
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Expositor's Bible Commentary
On Acts 11:24
News of the situation at Antioch was of definite concern to believers in Jerusalem. With the conversion of Samaritans, the conversion of some Genti…
John Calvin
On Acts 11:24
16th Century
Theologian
For he was a good man. Barnabas is commended with the commendation of the Holy Ghost; yet we must know that this was recorded not so much …
John Gill
On Acts 11:24
17th Century
Pastor
For he was a good man
He had the grace of God wrought in his soul, and did good works; he was very kind, and generou…
Matthew Henry
On Acts 11:19–24
17th Century
Minister
The first preachers of the gospel at Antioch were dispersed from Jerusalem by persecution; thus, what was meant to hurt the church was made to work…