Acts 10:36 kjv
The word which God sent unto the children of Israel, preaching peace by Jesus Christ: (he is Lord of all:)
Acts 10:36 nkjv
The word which God sent to the children of Israel, preaching peace through Jesus Christ? He is Lord of all?
Acts 10:36 niv
You know the message God sent to the people of Israel, announcing the good news of peace through Jesus Christ, who is Lord of all.
Acts 10:36 esv
As for the word that he sent to Israel, preaching good news of peace through Jesus Christ (he is Lord of all),
Acts 10:36 nlt
This is the message of Good News for the people of Israel ? that there is peace with God through Jesus Christ, who is Lord of all.
Acts 10 36 Cross References
| Verse | Text | Reference |
|---|---|---|
| Acts 10:34 | Peter began to speak: "Now I truly understand that God does not show favoritism... | Acts 10:34 (Contextual Lead) |
| John 3:16 | For God so loved the world that he gave his one and only Son, that whoever believes... | Jn 3:16 (Universal Love) |
| Rom 10:12 | For there is no difference between Jew and Gentile—the same Lord is Lord of all... | Rom 10:12 (Lord of All) |
| Gal 3:28 | There is neither Jew nor Gentile, neither slave nor free, nor is there male and female... | Gal 3:28 (Oneness in Christ) |
| Eph 2:14 | For Christ himself has brought peace by making the two groups one and destroying... | Eph 2:14 (Peace in Christ) |
| Col 1:15-17 | The Son is the image of the invisible God, the firstborn over all creation... | Col 1:15-17 (Supremacy of Christ) |
| 1 Pet 4:11 | If anyone speaks, they should do so as one who speaks the very words of God... | 1 Pet 4:11 (Proclaiming God's Words) |
| Rom 1:16 | For I am not ashamed of the gospel, because it is the power of God that brings... | Rom 1:16 (Power of the Gospel) |
| Luke 1:72-73 | to show mercy to our ancestors and to remember his holy covenant— the oath... | Lk 1:72-73 (God's Covenant Mercy) |
| Isa 40:9-10 | You who bring good tidings to Zion, shout from a mountain top... | Isa 40:9-10 (Message of Good News) |
| Ps 24:7-10 | Lift up your heads, you gates; lift them up, you ancient doors, that the King... | Ps 24:7-10 (The King of Glory) |
| John 14:6 | Jesus answered, “I am the way and the truth and the life. No one comes to the Father... | Jn 14:6 (Jesus the Way) |
| 1 Cor 8:6 | yet for us there is but one God, the Father, from whom all things came and for whom... | 1 Cor 8:6 (One God, One Lord) |
| Acts 2:36 | “Therefore let all Israel be assured of this: God has established this Jesus, whom... | Acts 2:36 (Jesus Lord and Christ) |
| Heb 1:1-2 | In the past God spoke to our ancestors through the prophets at many times and... | Heb 1:1-2 (God's Final Message through Son) |
| John 1:14 | The Word became flesh and made his dwelling among us. We have seen his glory... | Jn 1:14 (The Word Became Flesh) |
| 1 Tim 2:5 | For there is one God and one mediator between God and mankind, Christ Jesus... | 1 Tim 2:5 (One Mediator) |
| 1 John 2:2 | He is the atoning sacrifice for our sins, and not only for ours but also for... | 1 Jn 2:2 (Atonement for Sins) |
| Mark 10:45 | For even the Son of Man did not come to be served, but to serve, and to give... | Mk 10:45 (Servant of All) |
| Acts 13:38-39 | “Therefore, my friends, I want you to know that through Jesus the forgiveness... | Acts 13:38-39 (Forgiveness through Jesus) |
Acts 10 verses
Acts 10 36 Meaning
God sent his message to the people of Israel, proclaiming peace through Jesus Christ, who is Lord of all. This is the good news.
Acts 10 36 Context
This verse is part of Peter's speech in Caesarea at the home of Cornelius, a Roman centurion. Cornelius, a Gentile, had received a vision and sent for Peter. God had also prepared Peter through a vision to accept that the Gospel was not exclusively for Jews. Peter’s sermon marks a pivotal moment in the early church, signifying the inclusion of Gentiles into God’s covenant people without requiring them to become Jews first. The proclamation of peace through Jesus Christ is the core message, understood within the historical context of Jewish-Roman relations and the divisive boundary between Jews and Gentiles.
Acts 10 36 Word analysis
God (Θεός - Theos): The Supreme Being, Creator and Sovereign Ruler of the universe. The central and ultimate reality.
sent (ἀπέστειλεν - apesteilen): Aorist indicative active of 'apostéllō', meaning to dispatch, to send forth, to commission. Implies an authoritative mission and a specific purpose.
a message (ῥῆμα - rhēma): A word spoken, a saying, speech, utterance, or message. Distinct from 'logos' (word as reason/discourse), 'rhēma' often refers to a specific declaration or pronouncement.
to the people (τοῖς υἱοῖς Ισραηλ - tois huiōis Israēl): "To the sons of Israel." Specifically refers to the nation of Israel.
of Israel (Ισραηλ - Israēl): The covenant people of God in the Old Testament.
preaching (κηρύσσων - kēryssōn): Present participle active of 'kēryssō', meaning to proclaim, to announce publicly, to preach. Continuous action of declaring good news.
peace (εἰρήνην - eirēnēn): 'Eirēnē', often translated as peace. Encompasses wholeness, well-being, prosperity, tranquility, and reconciliation. In a theological sense, it is peace with God and with others.
through (διὰ - dia): A preposition indicating means, agency, or cause. "Through" Jesus Christ is how this peace is made accessible.
Jesus Christ (Ιησοῦ Χριστοῦ - Iēsou Christou): Jesus, the Messiah. The one anointed and sent by God.
he (οὗτός - houtos): This one, referring specifically to Jesus Christ. Emphasizes his person and role.
is (ἐστιν - estin): Third person singular present indicative of 'eimi', to be. States an inherent nature or identity.
Lord (Κύριος - Kyrios): Title of supreme authority, sovereignty, and mastership. A title that, when applied to Jesus, signifies his divine authority equal to God the Father, drawing from its Old Testament use for Yahweh.
of all (πάντων - pantōn): Genitive plural of 'pas', meaning all, every. Underscores the universal Lordship of Christ, extending beyond Israel to all humanity.
Words group: "Sent a message to the people of Israel": God's communication is first directed towards His chosen people, reflecting the Old Testament covenant.
Words group: "preaching peace through Jesus Christ": The core content of the message is peace, achieved exclusively through the mediation of Jesus. This is the good news (Gospel).
Words group: "He is Lord of all": This declaration establishes Christ's universal authority and significance, extending His lordship beyond ethnic or national boundaries. This implicitly challenges any belief systems that limit salvation or authority to specific groups or mediators.
Acts 10 36 Bonus section
The verse emphasizes that God's salvific work began with Israel, as stated in Romans 1:16 "For I am not ashamed of the gospel, for it is the power of God for salvation to everyone who believes, to the Jew first and also to the Greek." This "first" implies a primary engagement but not an exclusive one. The declaration "Lord of all" directly contrasts with any exclusivist theological systems of the time, and indeed, of any era, highlighting the all-encompassing nature of Christ’s redemptive reign. This concept of Christ as "Lord of all" is deeply rooted in Old Testament prophecies that speak of the Messiah's dominion over the nations.
Acts 10 36 Commentary
This verse articulates the core of the Christian message as presented by Peter to a Gentile audience. It is not merely an announcement but a declaration of God’s intentional plan. God initiated this communication to Israel, but the content and medium of peace, Jesus Christ, possess universal authority and are available to everyone. This is the good news: God’s saving power and the reconciliation He offers through Christ are for all nations. Peter is essentially conveying that the 'Shalom' (peace and wholeness) prophesied in the Old Testament is now fully realized in Jesus, who is recognized not just as Messiah for Israel but as Lord over all creation. This is the essence of the gospel that breaks down ethnic barriers.