Pentecost Season · Nativity of St John the Baptist: Mass · Year A
Acts 13:22-26
Paul Preaches Jesus, Heralded by John
June 24, 2026
Overview & Insights
"Before his coming John had proclaimed a baptism of repentance to all the people of Israel." (Acts 13:24)
Preaching in the synagogue at Antioch, Paul traces the promise from David to Jesus, the Savior God raised up for Israel. He recalls how John the Baptist prepared the way, declaring himself unworthy to untie the sandal of the one who came after him.
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Commentary
Acts 13: Paul's Sermon at Antioch Enduring Word · David Guzik
David Guzik's verse by verse evangelical commentary on Paul's synagogue sermon.
Acts 13 Commentary Precept Austin
A deep gathering of word studies and cross references verse by verse through Acts 13.
Acts 13:22 Commentaries BibleHub
Aggregates classic commentaries on Paul's proclamation and John's witness in one place.
Barnes' Notes on Acts 13 StudyLight
Albert Barnes' notes on the whole chapter of Acts 13.
Nativity of John the Baptist: Mass Readings Agape Bible Study
A Catholic reading study for the feast, hearing Paul name John as the herald of Jesus.
Background & Word Study
Book of Acts Overview (Acts 13-28) BibleProject
An animated overview of the second half of Acts and the mission to the nations.
Acts 13:22 Greek Interlinear BibleHub
Greek word by word with parsing and Strong's numbers for Paul's sermon.
Enter the Bible: Acts Enter the Bible
Luther Seminary background on the Acts of the Apostles and its narrative arc.
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