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Reason and Persuasion
Commentators note that Paul's method was twofold. He first 'reasoned' or 'disputed,' using sound logic and evidence to prove the truth of the gospel. Then, he 'persuaded,' using heartfelt exhortations to move his listeners to embrace that truth. This provides a model for sharing faith that engages both the mind and the heart.
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Albert Barnes
On Acts 19:8
18th Century
Theologian
Persuading the things. Endeavoring to persuade them of the truth of what was affirmed concerning the kingdom of God.
AT Robertson
On Acts 19:8
Spake boldly (επαρρησιαζετο). Imperfect middle, kept on at it for three months. Cf. same word in 18:26.
Persuading …
Charles Ellicott
On Acts 19:8
19th Century
Bishop
Spake boldly for the space of three months.—We pause for a moment to think of the amount of work of all kinds implied in …
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Expositor's Bible Commentary
On Acts 19:8
The ministry of Paul at Ephesus lasted approximately three years (cf. 20:31). It is remarkable how concisely Luke summarizes this extensive period—…
John Calvin
On Acts 19:8
16th Century
Theologian
Going into the synagogue. From this we gather that Paul began with the company of the godly, who had already given their names to Christ; …
John Gill
On Acts 19:8
17th Century
Pastor
And he went into the synagogue
Of the Jews at Ephesus, for it seems to have been a private house, where he had met w…
Matthew Henry
On Acts 19:8–12
17th Century
Minister
When arguments and persuasions only harden people in unbelief and blasphemy, we must separate ourselves and others from such unholy company. God wa…