Act 9:31 | MHM | STEP | v. 31 : During this time, the churches in Judea, Galilee, and Samaria experienced peace. Without persecution, the believers were able to focus on growing in their faith. They were edified —built up in knowledge and grace—and walked in the fear of the Lord and the comfort of the Holy Ghost . This combination of reverence for God and joy in the Holy Spirit helped the church grow in both strength and numbers. God blessed them with spiritual and numerical growth as they faithfully followed him. This passage shows how God works through trials to strengthen his people and spread the gospel. Saul’s conversion, despite the challenges, became a powerful testimony. The church's faithfulness during both persecution and peace led to its growth and impact on the world.

‏ Acts 9:31

v. 31: During this time, the churches in Judea, Galilee, and Samaria experienced peace. Without persecution, the believers were able to focus on growing in their faith. They were edified—built up in knowledge and grace—and walked in the fear of the Lord and the comfort of the Holy Ghost. This combination of reverence for God and joy in the Holy Spirit helped the church grow in both strength and numbers. God blessed them with spiritual and numerical growth as they faithfully followed him.

This passage shows how God works through trials to strengthen his people and spread the gospel. Saul’s conversion, despite the challenges, became a powerful testimony. The church's faithfulness during both persecution and peace led to its growth and impact on the world.