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The God of this people Israel chose our forefathers, exalted the people during their stay in the land of Egypt, and led them out of it with a mighty[a] arm.
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After the reading of the Law and the Prophets, the leaders of the synagogue sent [word] to them, saying, "Brothers, if you have any message of encouragement for the people, you can speak."
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Then standing up, Paul motioned with his hand and spoke: "Men of Israel, and you who fear God, listen!
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The God of this people Israel chose our forefathers, exalted the people during their stay in the land of Egypt, and led them out of it with a mighty arm.
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And for about 40 years He put up with them in the desert;
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then after destroying seven nations in the land of Canaan, He gave their land to them as an inheritance.