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Acts 18:27

Acts 18:28 net — for he refuted the Jews vigorously in public debate, demonstrating from the scriptures that the Christ was Jesus.

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"for he refuted the Jews vigorously in public debate, demonstrating from the scriptures that the Christ was Jesus."

— Acts 18:28, NET Bible

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Acts 18 — Context

25

He had been instructed in the way of the Lord, and with great enthusiasm he spoke and taught accurately the facts about Jesus, although he knew only the baptism of John.

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He began to speak out fearlessly in the synagogue, but when Priscilla and Aquila heard him, they took him aside and explained the way of God to him more accurately.

27

When Apollos wanted to cross over to Achaia, the brothers encouraged him and wrote to the disciples to welcome him. When he arrived, he assisted greatly those who had believed by grace,

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for he refuted the Jews vigorously in public debate, demonstrating from the scriptures that the Christ was Jesus.

Acts 18:28 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Acts 18:28 say?
Acts 18:28 in the NET Bible reads: “for he refuted the Jews vigorously in public debate, demonstrating from the scriptures that the Christ was Jesus.”
Where is Acts 18:28 in the Bible?
Acts 18:28 is found in the New Testament, in the book of Acts, chapter 18, verse 28.
Who wrote Acts?
Acts is traditionally attributed to Luke. It was written c. AD 62–64.
What is the book of Acts about?
Acts is the sequel to Luke's Gospel — the story of how the message of the risen Jesus moved out from Jerusalem to Judea, Samaria, and the ends of the earth. Through Peter, Paul, and many ordinary believers, the Holy Spirit builds the early church across the Roman world.
What are the major themes of Acts?
Acts explores themes including Holy Spirit, Mission, Church Growth, Persecution, Gospel to the Gentiles. These themes shape the meaning and context of Acts 18:28.
What translation should I read Acts 18:28 in?
Acts 18:28 is available on GodsGoodBook in the King James Version (KJV), American Standard Version (ASV), World English Bible (WEB), NET Bible, Young's Literal Translation, Darby Bible, Douay-Rheims Bible, and the Bible in Basic English. Each translation reflects different translation philosophies — use the translation picker on this page to compare them, or browse our full translations directory.
How can I memorize Acts 18:28?
Acts 18:28 reads (NET): “for he refuted the Jews vigorously in public debate, demonstrating from the scriptures that the Christ was Jesus.” Read it aloud, break it into short phrases, repeat each phrase three times before adding the next, then put the phrases together. Reading it in multiple translations (above) often helps the meaning settle.
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