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Acts 5:3 · KJV

"But Peter said, Ananias, why hath Satan filled thine heart to lie to the Holy Ghost, and to keep back part of the price of the land?"

King James Version

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Passage Context

1But a certain man named Ananias, with Sapphira his wife, sold a possession,
2And 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.
3But Peter said, Ananias, why hath Satan filled thine heart to lie to the Holy Ghost, and to keep back part of the price of the land?
4Whiles it remained, was it not thine own? and after it was sold, was it not in thine own power? why hast thou conceived this thing in thine heart? thou hast not lied unto men, but unto God.
5And Ananias hearing these words fell down, and gave up the ghost: and great fear came on all them that heard these things.

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Reflection Questions

1

How does honesty play a role in your faith?

2

What does lying to God mean for you?

3

When have you struggled with integrity?

Life Application

faith

Be transparent in your dealings with God and others. Reflect on areas where you may be withholding truth.

relationships

Cultivate honesty in your relationships to build trust and accountability.

People in This Verse

AnaniasNT

A member of the early church who lied about his financial contributions, leading to severe consequences.

First appearance: Acts 5:1

PeterNT

One of Jesus' closest disciples, known for his impulsive nature and leadership role in the early church.

First appearance: Matthew 4:18

Places in This Verse

Jerusalem(Jerusalem today)

The center of early Christianity and the location of significant events in the New Testament.

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