What does Acts 4:1 mean?

Acts 4:1 highlights themes such as opposition, authority, conflict when read in context.

How should I apply Acts 4:1 today?

Read the surrounding passage, compare related cross references, and turn the verse into a short prayer and concrete action.

And as they spake unto the people, the priests, and the captain of the temple, and the Sadducees, came upon them,

1And as they spake unto the people, the priests, and the captain of the temple, and the Sadducees, came upon them,

2Being grieved that they taught the people, and preached through Jesus the resurrection from the dead.

3And they laid hands on them, and put them in hold unto the next day: for it was now eventide.

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Acts 4:3
This verse describes the arrest of Peter and John, showing the ongoing conflict with religious authorities.
Matthew 10:17
Jesus warned His disciples about facing opposition from authorities, similar to what Peter and John experienced.
John 15:20
This verse explains that followers of Jesus will face persecution, aligning with the events in Acts.