Act 16:5 | KingComments | STEP | Here Luke again gives an “in-between” stand of the development of the church. The verse marks the transition between two parts of the book. The section beginning in continues to where Luke again gives such an “in-between” stand. Now that the matter with the law has been settled, there is room for further growth. Being free from the law creates an atmosphere in which the churches can be strengthened in the faith. It is still the early days with the powerful work of the Spirit and dedicated servants. That there are daily additions to the churches also speaks of the powerful work of the Spirit. Conversions are not incidents. They do not take place every now and then, but every day people come to faith in the Lord Jesus.

‏ Acts 16:5

Strengthening and Increase of Churches

Here Luke again gives an “in-between” stand of the development of the church. The verse marks the transition between two parts of the book. The section beginning in Acts 16:6 continues to Acts 19:20 where Luke again gives such an “in-between” stand.

Now that the matter with the law has been settled, there is room for further growth. Being free from the law creates an atmosphere in which the churches can be strengthened in the faith. It is still the early days with the powerful work of the Spirit and dedicated servants. That there are daily additions to the churches also speaks of the powerful work of the Spirit. Conversions are not incidents. They do not take place every now and then, but every day people come to faith in the Lord Jesus.