You have not lied just to human beings but to God.”(H). 2 With his wife’s full knowledge he kept back part of the money for himself,(A) but brought the rest and put it at the apostles’ feet. (U) 15 As a result, people brought the sick into the streets and laid them on beds and mats so that at least Peter’s shadow might fall on some of them as he passed by. Scripture also speaks of demons being able to cause sickness or other physical infirmities (e.g. (G) What made you think of doing such a thing? (B), 3 Then Peter said, “Ananias, how is it that Satan(C) has so filled your heart(D) that you have lied to the Holy Spirit(E) and have kept for yourself some of the money you received for the land? $3.99 a month for 40+ study tools. (Z) 19 But during the night an angel(AA) of the Lord opened the doors of the jail(AB) and brought them out. (T) 14 Nevertheless, more and more men and women believed in the Lord and were added to their number. Act 5:2. He too was killed, and all his followers were scattered. Holy Bible, New International Version®, NIV® Copyright ©1973, 1978, 1984, 2011 by Biblica, Inc.® Used by permission. And after it was sold, wasn’t the money at your disposal? They called the apostles in and had them flogged. The death of Ananias and Sapphira was a terrible fulfillment of the promise, "Whosesoever sins ye retain, they are retained" ( John 20:23 ). Upon hearing Peter’s words, Ananias fell to the ground and died. And after it was sold, wasn’t the money at your disposal? Any other use of the NKJV must be in … 8 Peter asked her, “Tell me, is this the price you and Ananias got for the land?”, “Yes,” she said, “that is the price.”(L), 9 Peter said to her, “How could you conspire to test the Spirit of the Lord? The men you put in jail are standing in the temple courts teaching the people.” 26 At that, the captain went with his officers and brought the apostles. (F) 4 Didn’t it belong to you before it was sold? Try it FREE. (M) Listen! 10 At that moment she fell down at his feet and died. NIV Reverse Interlinear Bible: English to Hebrew and English to Greek. Ananias's fraud was an ignoring of the whole spiritual character of the apostles' ministry, and was accordingly visited with an immediate punishment. All rights reserved worldwide. 5 Now a man named Ananias, together with his wife Sapphira, also sold a piece of property. 35 Then he addressed the Sanhedrin: “Men of Israel, consider carefully what you intend to do to these men. 2 With his wife’s full knowledge he kept back part of the money for himself, but brought the rest and put it at the apostles’ feet. He was killed, all his followers were dispersed, and it all came to nothing. The text of the New King James Version (NKJV) appearing on or deriving from this or any other web page is for personal use only. (M) Listen! V. (1, 2) A certain man named Ananias.—The name meets us again as belonging to the high priest in Acts 23:2, and was the Greek form of the Hebrew Hananiah.It had the same significance as John, or Johanan, “The Lord be gracious.” “Sapphira,” is either connected with the “sapphire,” as a precious stone, or from a Hebrew word … 10 At that moment she fell down at his feet and died. New International Version (NIV), “Yes,” she said, “that is the price.”, NIV, The Story: The Bible as One Continuing Story of God and His People, NIV, Beautiful Word Bible Journal, Acts, Comfort Print, NIV, Cultural Backgrounds Study Bible, Red Letter Edition: Bringing to Life the Ancient World of Scripture, NIV, Beautiful Word Bible Journal, Luke, Comfort Print, NIV, Biblical Theology Study Bible, Comfort Print: Follow God’s Redemptive Plan as It Unfolds throughout Scripture. 27 The apostles were brought in and made to appear before the Sanhedrin(AJ) to be questioned by the high priest. Ananias and Sapphira. 21 At daybreak they entered the temple courts, as they had been told, and began to teach the people. You have not lied just to human beings but to God.”(H). 34 But a Pharisee named Gamaliel,(AW) a teacher of the law,(AX) who was honored by all the people, stood up in the Sanhedrin and ordered that the men be put outside for a little while. 25 Then someone came and said, “Look! The feet of the men who buried your husband are at the door, and they will carry you out also.”. (I) And great fear(J) seized all who heard what had happened. (B), 3 Then Peter said, “Ananias, how is it that Satan(C) has so filled your heart(D) that you have lied to the Holy Spirit(E) and have kept for yourself some of the money you received for the land? But a man named Ananias, with his wife Sapphira, sold a piece of property, and kept back some of the price for himself, with his wife’s full knowledge, and bringing a portion of it, he laid it at the apostles’ feet. (O) 11 Great fear(P) seized the whole church and all who heard about these events. (O) 11 Great fear(P) seized the whole church and all who heard about these events. 8 Peter asked her, “Tell me, is this the price you and Ananias got for the land?”, “Yes,” she said, “that is the price.”(L), 9 Peter said to her, “How could you conspire to test the Spirit of the Lord? 2 With his wife’s full knowledge he kept back part of the money for himself,(A) but brought the rest and put it at the apostles’ feet. 37 After him, Judas the Galilean appeared in the days of the census(AY) and led a band of people in revolt. They did not use force, because they feared that the people(AI) would stone them. 6 Then some young men came forward, wrapped up his body,(K) and carried him out and buried him. [3] But Peter said, Ananias, why hath Satan filled thine heart to lie to the Holy Ghost, and to keep back part of … When the high priest and his associates(AE) arrived, they called together the Sanhedrin(AF)—the full assembly of the elders of Israel—and sent to the jail for the apostles. On the other hand, in Acts 5, the instance of Ananias and Sapphira having their hearts "filled by Satan" is a more subtle and mild illustration of demonic oppression (even though that "mild" oppression cost them their lives). (V) 16 Crowds gathered also from the towns around Jerusalem, bringing their sick and those tormented by impure spirits, and all of them were healed. suddenly (KJV): Ac 16:25,26 Isa 65:24 Mal 3:1 Lu 2:13 ; as (KJV): 1Ki 19:11 Ps 18:10 Song 4:16 Eze 3:12,13 37:9,10 Joh 3:8 ; it (KJV): Ac 4:31 ; Acts 2 Resources - Multiple Sermons and Commentaries; Amplified When suddenly there came a sound from heaven like the rushing of a violent tempest blast, and it filled … (AC) 20 “Go, stand in the temple courts,” he said, “and tell the people all about this new life.”(AD). 5 When Ananias heard this, he fell down and died. (G) What made you think of doing such a thing? The feet of the men who buried your husband are at the door, and they will carry you out also.”. (W), 17 Then the high priest and all his associates, who were members of the party(X) of the Sadducees,(Y) were filled with jealousy. (N) Then the young men came in and, finding her dead, carried her out and buried her beside her husband. (BB) Then they ordered them not to speak in the name of Jesus, and let them go. Ananias, who arrived first, laid the money at the apostles’ feet, claiming he had given all to the church. Copyright © 2019 by Zondervan. Paul the Apostle, commonly known as Saint Paul and also known by his Hebrew name Saul of Tarsus, was a Christian apostle (although not one of the Twelve Apostles) who spread the teachings of Jesus in the first-century world. Act 5:1 - But a certain man named Ananias, with Sapphira his wife, sold a possession. (3 Then Peter said, “Ananias, how is it that Satan has so filled your heart that you … Ananias and Sapphira: Pastor Anderson: 01/09/19, Wed PM: Sheba the Son of Bichri: Pastor Anderson: 01/06/19, Sun PM: God, the Pastor, and You: Bro. (3 Then Peter said, “Ananias, how is it that Satan has so filled your heart that you … 40 His speech persuaded them. There are at least two instances in the Bible where lying produced a favorable result. New International Version (NIV), “Yes,” she said, “that is the price.”. 6 Then some young men came forward, wrapped up his body,(K) and carried him out and buried him. Time after time, we see that falsehood leads to misery, loss, and judgment. (I) And great fear(J) seized all who heard what had happened. Chris Segura: 01/06/19, Sun AM: As a Dog Returneth to His Vomit: Pastor Anderson: 01/02/19, Wed PM: Destruction and Mercy: Bro. 12 The apostles performed many signs and wonders(Q) among the people. 7 About three hours later his wife came in, not knowing what had happened. But Peter said, “Ananias, why has Satan filled your heart to lie to the Holy Spirit and to keep back some of the price of the … 38 Therefore, in the present case I advise you: Leave these men alone! Acts.5 [1] But a certain man named Ananias, with Sapphira his wife, sold a possession,[2] And kept back part of the price, his wife also being privy to it, and brought a certain part, and laid it at the apostles' feet. (AS) 32 We are witnesses of these things,(AT) and so is the Holy Spirit,(AU) whom God has given to those who obey him.”, 33 When they heard this, they were furious(AV) and wanted to put them to death. Ananias and Sapphira. The best value in digital Bible study. Let them go! 41 The apostles left the Sanhedrin, rejoicing(BC) because they had been counted worthy of suffering disgrace for the Name. By divine revelation, Peter called out Ananias for lying to the Holy Spirit and to God. 5 Now a man named Ananias, together with his wife Sapphira, also sold a piece of property. Generally regarded as one of the most important figures of the Apostolic Age, he founded … Corbin Ressl: December 2018: … (AG) So they went back and reported, 23 “We found the jail securely locked, with the guards standing at the doors; but when we opened them, we found no one inside.” 24 On hearing this report, the captain of the temple guard and the chief priests(AH) were at a loss, wondering what this might lead to. NIV Reverse Interlinear Bible: English to Hebrew and English to Greek. 36 Some time ago Theudas appeared, claiming to be somebody, and about four hundred men rallied to him. (AM) 30 The God of our ancestors(AN) raised Jesus from the dead(AO)—whom you killed by hanging him on a cross. (F) 4 Didn’t it belong to you before it was sold? Luke 13:11, … 5 When Ananias heard this, he fell down and died. Basil of Caesarea refers to Dorcas as an example in her Morals (rule 74): "That a widow who enjoys sufficiently robust health should spend her life in works of zeal and solicitude, keeping in mind the words of the Apostle and the example of Dorcas." (AZ) 39 But if it is from God, you will not be able to stop these men; you will only find yourselves fighting against God.”(BA). 5 Now a man named Ananias, together with his wife Sapphira, also sold a piece of property. 18 They arrested the apostles and put them in the public jail. (S) 13 No one else dared join them, even though they were highly regarded by the people. (N) Then the young men came in and, finding her dead, carried her out and buried her beside her husband. She is also commemorated in poems by Robert Herrick ("The Widows' Tears: Or, Dirge of Dorcas") and George MacDonald ("Dorcas… Copyright © 2019 by Zondervan. Tools. 5 Now a man named Ananias, together with his wife Sapphira, also sold a piece of property. There are many examples of liars in Scripture, from Jacob’s deceit in Genesis 27 to the pretense of Ananias and Sapphira in Acts 5. And all the believers used to meet together(R) in Solomon’s Colonnade. Holy Bible, New International Version®, NIV® Copyright ©1973, 1978, 1984, 2011 by Biblica, Inc.® Used by permission. 22 But on arriving at the jail, the officers did not find them there. For if their purpose or activity is of human origin, it will fail. About three hours later, Sapphira arrived. All rights reserved worldwide. “Yet you have filled Jerusalem with your teaching and are determined to make us guilty of this man’s blood.”(AL), 29 Peter and the other apostles replied: “We must obey God rather than human beings! 7 About three hours later his wife came in, not knowing what had happened. (AP) 31 God exalted him to his own right hand(AQ) as Prince and Savior(AR) that he might bring Israel to repentance and forgive their sins. 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