Chapter 10

10:3  He saw in a vision evidently about the ninth hour of the day an angel of God coming in to him, and saying unto him, Cornelius.

angel

(See Scofield "Hebrews 1:4") .

10:7  And when the angel which spake unto Cornelius was departed, he called two of his household servants, and a devout soldier of them that waited on him continually;

angel

(See Scofield "Hebrews 1:4") .

10:35  But in every nation he that feareth him, and worketh righteousness, is accepted with him.

righteousness

(See Scofield "Romans 10:10") .

10:43  To him give all the prophets witness, that through his name whosoever believeth in him shall receive remission of sins.

sins

Sin. (See Scofield "Romans 3:23") .

10:44  While Peter yet spake these words, the Holy Ghost fell on all them which heard the word.

While Peter yet spake

Verse 44 is one of the pivotal points of Scripture. Heretofore the Gospel has been offered to Jews only, and the Holy Spirit bestowed upon believing Jews through apostolic mediation. But now the normal order for this age is reached: the Holy Spirit is given without delay, mediation, or other condition than simple faith in Jesus Christ. Cf.

(See Scofield "Acts 2:4") 1 Corinthians 6:19 .