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44 While Peter was still speaking, the Holy Spirit fell on everyone who heard the word.
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While Peter was still speaking, the Holy Spirit fell upon all who heard the word.
45 The circumcised believers who had come with Peter were astonished that the gift of the Holy Spirit had been poured out even on the Gentiles.
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The circumcised believers who had come with Peter were astounded that the gift of the Holy Spirit had been poured out even on the Gentiles,
46 They heard them speaking in other languages and praising God. Peter asked,
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for they heard them speaking in tongues and extolling God. Then Peter said,
47 "These people have received the Holy Spirit just as we have. Surely no one can stop them from being baptized with water, can they?"
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"Can anyone withhold the water for baptizing these people who have received the Holy Spirit just as we have?"
48 He directed that they be baptized in the name of Jesus Christ. Then they invited Peter to stay for several days.
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So he ordered them to be baptized in the name of Jesus Christ. Then they invited him to stay for several days.
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