The scripture which the Holy Ghost spake before, by the mouth of David, must necessarily have been fulfilled concerning Judas.

Jesus is alive but if the Holy Spirit is to come Jesus must ascend into heaven (John 16:7). The disciples obey His last instructions and wait in Jerusalem.

Acts 1:16 Men and brethren Which is said not so much by Peter to express his modesty, and humility, and his brotherly love.

For whosoever transgresses and abides not in the doctrine of Christ, has not God. He that abides in the doctrine of Christ, he has both the Father and the Son. Bridgeway Bible Commentary · Smith's Bible Commentary

Peter affirms that David's prophecy regarding the apostasy of Judas, and his subsequent replacement, was spoken by the Holy Spirit.

This passage illustrates Peter's leadership as he addressed the assembly, emphasizing the need to elect a replacement for Judas among the disciples.

David Guzik commentary on Acts 1 describes the ascension of Jesus into heaven and the appointing of Matthias as a replacement for Judas. Acts 2 · Acts 4 · Acts 8 · Acts 5

11 окт. 2021 г. · For now, Peter is reminding the brethren that what occurred was a part of the plan of God, even if Judas willingly set out to do what he did.

Acts 1:16. Men and brethren, this scripture must needs have been fulfilled, which the Holy Spirit by the mouth of David spoke before concerning Judas, ...

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