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Friday, July 18th, 2025
the Week of Proper 10 / Ordinary 15
the Week of Proper 10 / Ordinary 15
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Simplified Cowboy Version
Acts 17:7
This cowboy here, Jason, has welcomed them into his home and wants to help them destroy us. They are all guilty of treason against Rome. They tell everyone not to listen to Caesar, but worship a cowboy named Jesus."
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Christian Standard Bible®
and Jason has welcomed them. They are all acting contrary to Caesar’s decrees, saying that there is another king—Jesus.”
and Jason has welcomed them. They are all acting contrary to Caesar’s decrees, saying that there is another king—Jesus.”
King James Version (1611)
Whom Iason hath receiued: and these all doe contrary to the decrees of Cesar, saying, that there is another King, one Iesus.
Whom Iason hath receiued: and these all doe contrary to the decrees of Cesar, saying, that there is another King, one Iesus.
King James Version
Whom Jason hath received: and these all do contrary to the decrees of Caesar, saying that there is another king, one Jesus.
Whom Jason hath received: and these all do contrary to the decrees of Caesar, saying that there is another king, one Jesus.
English Standard Version
and Jason has received them, and they are all acting against the decrees of Caesar, saying that there is another king, Jesus."
and Jason has received them, and they are all acting against the decrees of Caesar, saying that there is another king, Jesus."
New American Standard Bible
and Jason has welcomed them, and they all act contrary to the decrees of Caesar, saying that there is another king, Jesus."
and Jason has welcomed them, and they all act contrary to the decrees of Caesar, saying that there is another king, Jesus."
New Century Version
Jason is keeping them in his house. All of them do things against the laws of Caesar, saying there is another king, called Jesus."
Jason is keeping them in his house. All of them do things against the laws of Caesar, saying there is another king, called Jesus."
Amplified Bible
and Jason has welcomed them [into his house and protected them]! And they all are saying things contrary to the decrees of Caesar, [actually] claiming that there is another king, Jesus."
and Jason has welcomed them [into his house and protected them]! And they all are saying things contrary to the decrees of Caesar, [actually] claiming that there is another king, Jesus."
New American Standard Bible (1995)
and Jason has welcomed them, and they all act contrary to the decrees of Caesar, saying that there is another king, Jesus."
and Jason has welcomed them, and they all act contrary to the decrees of Caesar, saying that there is another king, Jesus."
Legacy Standard Bible
and Jason has welcomed them, and they all act contrary to the decrees of Caesar, saying that there is another king, Jesus."
and Jason has welcomed them, and they all act contrary to the decrees of Caesar, saying that there is another king, Jesus."
Berean Standard Bible
and Jason has welcomed them into his home. They are all defying Caesar's decrees, saying there is another king, named Jesus!"
and Jason has welcomed them into his home. They are all defying Caesar's decrees, saying there is another king, named Jesus!"
Contemporary English Version
and Jason has welcomed them into his home. All of them break the laws of the Roman Emperor by claiming that someone named Jesus is king."
and Jason has welcomed them into his home. All of them break the laws of the Roman Emperor by claiming that someone named Jesus is king."
Complete Jewish Bible
And Jason has let them stay in his home! All of them are defying the decrees of the Emperor; because they assert that there is another king, Yeshua!"
And Jason has let them stay in his home! All of them are defying the decrees of the Emperor; because they assert that there is another king, Yeshua!"
Darby Translation
whom Jason has received; and these all do contrary to the decrees of Caesar, saying, that there is another king, Jesus.
whom Jason has received; and these all do contrary to the decrees of Caesar, saying, that there is another king, Jesus.
Easy-to-Read Version
Jason is keeping them in his house. They all do things against the laws of Caesar. They say there is another king called Jesus."
Jason is keeping them in his house. They all do things against the laws of Caesar. They say there is another king called Jesus."
Geneva Bible (1587)
Whom Iason hath receiued, and these all doe against the decrees of Cesar, saying that there is another King, one Iesus.
Whom Iason hath receiued, and these all doe against the decrees of Cesar, saying that there is another King, one Iesus.
George Lamsa Translation
And Jason has welcomed them: and all of them are against the decrees of C''sar, saying that there is another king, Jesus.
And Jason has welcomed them: and all of them are against the decrees of C''sar, saying that there is another king, Jesus.
Good News Translation
and Jason has kept them in his house. They are all breaking the laws of the Emperor, saying that there is another king, whose name is Jesus."
and Jason has kept them in his house. They are all breaking the laws of the Emperor, saying that there is another king, whose name is Jesus."
Lexham English Bible
whom Jason has entertained as guests! And these people are all acting contrary to the decrees of Caesar, saying there is another king, Jesus!"
whom Jason has entertained as guests! And these people are all acting contrary to the decrees of Caesar, saying there is another king, Jesus!"
Literal Translation
whom Jason has received. And these all act contrary to the decrees of Caesar, saying there is another king, Jesus.
whom Jason has received. And these all act contrary to the decrees of Caesar, saying there is another king, Jesus.
American Standard Version
whom Jason hath received: and these all act contrary to the decrees of Caesar, saying that there is another king, one Jesus.
whom Jason hath received: and these all act contrary to the decrees of Caesar, saying that there is another king, one Jesus.
Bible in Basic English
Whom Jason has taken into his house: and they are acting against the orders of Caesar, saying that there is another king, Jesus.
Whom Jason has taken into his house: and they are acting against the orders of Caesar, saying that there is another king, Jesus.
Hebrew Names Version
whom Jason has received. These all act contrary to the decrees of Caesar, saying that there is another king, Yeshua!"
whom Jason has received. These all act contrary to the decrees of Caesar, saying that there is another king, Yeshua!"
International Standard Version
and Jason has welcomed them as his guests. All of them oppose the emperor's decrees by saying that there is another king - Jesus!"Luke 23:2; John 19:12; 1 Peter 2:15;">[xr]
and Jason has welcomed them as his guests. All of them oppose the emperor's decrees by saying that there is another king - Jesus!"Luke 23:2; John 19:12; 1 Peter 2:15;">[xr]
Etheridge Translation
and their receiver is this Jason; and all these against the commands of Cesar are risen, in saying that there is another king, Jeshu.
and their receiver is this Jason; and all these against the commands of Cesar are risen, in saying that there is another king, Jeshu.
Murdock Translation
and this Jason is their entertainer: and they all resist the commands of Caesar, saying that there is another king, one Jesus.
and this Jason is their entertainer: and they all resist the commands of Caesar, saying that there is another king, one Jesus.
Bishop's Bible (1568)
Whom Iason hath receaued [priuily.] And these al do contrary to the decrees of Caesar, saying that there is another kyng [one] Iesus.
Whom Iason hath receaued [priuily.] And these al do contrary to the decrees of Caesar, saying that there is another kyng [one] Iesus.
English Revised Version
whom Jason hath received: and these all act contrary to the decrees of Caesar, saying that there is another king, one Jesus.
whom Jason hath received: and these all act contrary to the decrees of Caesar, saying that there is another king, one Jesus.
World English Bible
whom Jason has received. These all act contrary to the decrees of Caesar, saying that there is another king, Jesus!"
whom Jason has received. These all act contrary to the decrees of Caesar, saying that there is another king, Jesus!"
Wesley's New Testament (1755)
Whom Jason hath privately received; and all these men act contrary to the decrees of Cesar, saying, that there is another king, one Jesus.
Whom Jason hath privately received; and all these men act contrary to the decrees of Cesar, saying, that there is another king, one Jesus.
Weymouth's New Testament
Jason has received them into his house; and they all set Caesar's authority at defiance, declaring that there is another Emperor-- one called Jesus."
Jason has received them into his house; and they all set Caesar's authority at defiance, declaring that there is another Emperor-- one called Jesus."
Wycliffe Bible (1395)
whiche Jason resseyuede. And these alle don ayens the maundementis of the emperour, and seien, that Jhesu is anothir king.
whiche Jason resseyuede. And these alle don ayens the maundementis of the emperour, and seien, that Jhesu is anothir king.
Update Bible Version
whom Jason has received: and these all act contrary to the decrees of Caesar, saying that there is another king: Jesus.
whom Jason has received: and these all act contrary to the decrees of Caesar, saying that there is another king: Jesus.
Webster's Bible Translation
Whom Jason hath received: and these all do contrary to the decrees of Cesar, saying, That there is another king, [one] Jesus.
Whom Jason hath received: and these all do contrary to the decrees of Cesar, saying, That there is another king, [one] Jesus.
New English Translation
and Jason has welcomed them as guests! They are all acting against Caesar's decrees, saying there is another king named Jesus!"
and Jason has welcomed them as guests! They are all acting against Caesar's decrees, saying there is another king named Jesus!"
New King James Version
Jason has harbored them, and these are all acting contrary to the decrees of Caesar, saying there is another king--Jesus."
Jason has harbored them, and these are all acting contrary to the decrees of Caesar, saying there is another king--Jesus."
New Living Translation
And Jason has welcomed them into his home. They are all guilty of treason against Caesar, for they profess allegiance to another king, named Jesus."
And Jason has welcomed them into his home. They are all guilty of treason against Caesar, for they profess allegiance to another king, named Jesus."
New Life Bible
And Jason has taken them in. They say there is another King called Jesus. They are working against the laws made by Caesar."
And Jason has taken them in. They say there is another King called Jesus. They are working against the laws made by Caesar."
New Revised Standard
and Jason has entertained them as guests. They are all acting contrary to the decrees of the emperor, saying that there is another king named Jesus."
and Jason has entertained them as guests. They are all acting contrary to the decrees of the emperor, saying that there is another king named Jesus."
J.B. Rotherham Emphasized Bible
unto whom Jason hath given welcome; and, these all, contrary to the decrees of Caesar, are acting, - saying that there is another king, Jesus.
unto whom Jason hath given welcome; and, these all, contrary to the decrees of Caesar, are acting, - saying that there is another king, Jesus.
Douay-Rheims Bible
Whom Jason hath received. And these all do contrary to the decrees of Caesar, saying that there is another king, Jesus.
Whom Jason hath received. And these all do contrary to the decrees of Caesar, saying that there is another king, Jesus.
Revised Standard Version
and Jason has received them; and they are all acting against the decrees of Caesar, saying that there is another king, Jesus."
and Jason has received them; and they are all acting against the decrees of Caesar, saying that there is another king, Jesus."
Tyndale New Testament (1525)
which Iason hath receaved prevely. And these all do contrary to the elders of Cesar affirmynge another kynge one Iesus.
which Iason hath receaved prevely. And these all do contrary to the elders of Cesar affirmynge another kynge one Iesus.
Young's Literal Translation
whom Jason hath received; and these all do contrary to the decrees of Caesar, saying another to be king -- Jesus.'
whom Jason hath received; and these all do contrary to the decrees of Caesar, saying another to be king -- Jesus.'
Miles Coverdale Bible (1535)
whom Iason hath receaued preuely. And these all do contrary to the decrees of the Emperoure, sayenge, that there is another kynge, one Iesus.
whom Iason hath receaued preuely. And these all do contrary to the decrees of the Emperoure, sayenge, that there is another kynge, one Iesus.
Mace New Testament (1729)
they all act in defiance of the edicts of Cesar, pretending there is another king, one Jesus.
they all act in defiance of the edicts of Cesar, pretending there is another king, one Jesus.
THE MESSAGE
Thessalonica They took the road south through Amphipolis and Apollonia to Thessalonica, where there was a community of Jews. Paul went to their meeting place, as he usually did when he came to a town, and for three Sabbaths running he preached to them from the Scriptures. He opened up the texts so they understood what they'd been reading all their lives: that the Messiah absolutely had to be put to death and raised from the dead—there were no other options—and that "this Jesus I'm introducing you to is that Messiah." Some of them were won over and joined ranks with Paul and Silas, among them a great many God-fearing Greeks and a considerable number of women from the aristocracy. But the hard-line Jews became furious over the conversions. Mad with jealousy, they rounded up a bunch of brawlers off the streets and soon had an ugly mob terrorizing the city as they hunted down Paul and Silas. They broke into Jason's house, thinking that Paul and Silas were there. When they couldn't find them, they collared Jason and his friends instead and dragged them before the city fathers, yelling hysterically, "These people are out to destroy the world, and now they've shown up on our doorstep, attacking everything we hold dear! And Jason is hiding them, these traitors and turncoats who say Jesus is king and Caesar is nothing!"
Thessalonica They took the road south through Amphipolis and Apollonia to Thessalonica, where there was a community of Jews. Paul went to their meeting place, as he usually did when he came to a town, and for three Sabbaths running he preached to them from the Scriptures. He opened up the texts so they understood what they'd been reading all their lives: that the Messiah absolutely had to be put to death and raised from the dead—there were no other options—and that "this Jesus I'm introducing you to is that Messiah." Some of them were won over and joined ranks with Paul and Silas, among them a great many God-fearing Greeks and a considerable number of women from the aristocracy. But the hard-line Jews became furious over the conversions. Mad with jealousy, they rounded up a bunch of brawlers off the streets and soon had an ugly mob terrorizing the city as they hunted down Paul and Silas. They broke into Jason's house, thinking that Paul and Silas were there. When they couldn't find them, they collared Jason and his friends instead and dragged them before the city fathers, yelling hysterically, "These people are out to destroy the world, and now they've shown up on our doorstep, attacking everything we hold dear! And Jason is hiding them, these traitors and turncoats who say Jesus is king and Caesar is nothing!"
Contextual Overview
1 Paul and his crew passed through the towns of Amphipolis and Apollonia before arriving in Thessalonica. There was a Jewish church there, so they stopped to say hello.
2Like he did all the time, Paul went to the church to preach on the day of rest for three weeks. He used the Good Book to reason with people.
3He explained what the Good Book had predicted about how the Top Hand must have the roughest ride anyone ever had, then die, and then come riding back from the grave three days later. Paul told 'em, "This cowboy, Jesus, is the Top Hand."
4A few Jews dared to join Paul and Silas. There were many Greeks who believed along with a quite a few well-to-do ladies.
5But there were those hard-hearted Jews who wouldn't believe. They became so jealous of Paul that they rounded up some shady characters and convinced them to run through town and shoot out the lights and windows. These fellows tore up the town and then headed toward the home of Jason. They kicked the door down looking for Paul and Silas in order to lynch them.
6Since they weren't there, they settled on Jason. The angry mob dragged him, and some other believers to the city council and said, "Paul and Silas have stirred up trouble all over the world, and now they've got their sights on our little town.
7This cowboy here, Jason, has welcomed them into his home and wants to help them destroy us. They are all guilty of treason against Rome. They tell everyone not to listen to Caesar, but worship a cowboy named Jesus."
8With these words, the city council and all those who had come to see this circus act were instantly thrown into mayhem.
9The city council made Jason and the others post a heavy bail, and they let them go.
Bible Verse Review
from Treasury of Scripure Knowledge
and these: Acts 16:21, Acts 25:8-11, Ezra 4:12-15, Daniel 3:12, Daniel 6:13, Luke 23:2, John 19:12, 1 Peter 2:15
Reciprocal: Ezra 4:15 - this city Esther 3:8 - their laws Matthew 2:3 - he Matthew 22:17 - Caesar Acts 17:5 - Jason Acts 24:5 - we have Acts 28:22 - for
Cross-References
Matthew 22:32
'I'm the Boss of Abraham, the first ramrod of my outfit, and of all his sons.' My Dad isn't the Boss of the dead, but of those who are alive!"
'I'm the Boss of Abraham, the first ramrod of my outfit, and of all his sons.' My Dad isn't the Boss of the dead, but of those who are alive!"
Mark 10:14
But when Jesus saw what was happening, he put a stop to it. He said, "Let them kiddos come to me. God's outfit belongs to kiddos like these.
But when Jesus saw what was happening, he put a stop to it. He said, "Let them kiddos come to me. God's outfit belongs to kiddos like these.
Acts 2:39
This promise is for all of you and your children. It's for anyone who is called to ride for the Lord."
This promise is for all of you and your children. It's for anyone who is called to ride for the Lord."
Romans 9:4
God chose these people to work his pastures and be his own adopted kids. God showed himself to them. He made promises to them and told them what it'd take to receive those promises. He allowed them to worship him and come right into his presence.
God chose these people to work his pastures and be his own adopted kids. God showed himself to them. He made promises to them and told them what it'd take to receive those promises. He allowed them to worship him and come right into his presence.
Ephesians 2:2
You weren't just hung up, you were being dragged to death just like the rest of the world. You didn't listen to God, you flat-out followed the devil himself into every bedroom and bottle you could find. He ain't no outlaw to be trifled with. He's the leader of hell itself and you were riding for him.
You weren't just hung up, you were being dragged to death just like the rest of the world. You didn't listen to God, you flat-out followed the devil himself into every bedroom and bottle you could find. He ain't no outlaw to be trifled with. He's the leader of hell itself and you were riding for him.
Hebrews 8:10
But this is the new agreement I'm going to make with Israel and Judah. I'll write my code on their hearts and brand it into their brains. I'm going to be their God and they're going to be my cowboys.
But this is the new agreement I'm going to make with Israel and Judah. I'll write my code on their hearts and brand it into their brains. I'm going to be their God and they're going to be my cowboys.
Hebrews 11:16
But no, they set their eyes on something bigger and better that was just over the final hill—their forever home in heaven. And it is there that God is waiting on his hands. He ain't ashamed to call them his crew and he has something amazing waiting on them.
But no, they set their eyes on something bigger and better that was just over the final hill—their forever home in heaven. And it is there that God is waiting on his hands. He ain't ashamed to call them his crew and he has something amazing waiting on them.
Gill's Notes on the Bible
Whom Jason hath received,.... Into his house in a private manner, and has entertained, contrary to law, which forbids men to receive and entertain persons of seditious principles, and practices, for this is mentioned as a charge against Jason:
and these all do contrary to the decrees of Caesar; both the apostle and those with him, and Jason, and the brethren, whom they now had set before the magistrates, who were all of the same sentiments and practices; and which were opposite to the decrees of the Roman emperor, and the Roman senate, who suffered none to be called a king but whom they pleased; whereas these men taught, saying,
that there is another king, one Jesus; but then though they said he was a king, yet not a temporal one, but one whose kingdom was spiritual, and not of this world; and therefore asserted nothing contrary to the decrees of Caesar, or what was in the least prejudicial to his worldly interest and glory.
Barnes' Notes on the Bible
Whom Jason hath received - Has received into his house, and entertained kindly.
These all do contrary to the decrees of Caesar - The charge against them was that of sedition and rebellion against the Roman emperor. Grotius on this verse remarks that the Roman people, and after them the emperors, would not permit the name of king to be mentioned in any of the vanquished provinces except by their permission.
Saying that there is another king - This was probably a charge of mere malignity. They probably understood that when the apostles spoke of Jesus as a king, they did not do it as of a temporal prince. But it was easy to pervert their words, and to give plausibility to the accusation. The same thing had occurred in regard to the Lord Jesus himself, Luke 23:2.
Clarke's Notes on the Bible
Verse Acts 17:7. These all do contrary to the decrees of Caesar — Persecutors always strive to affect the lives of the objects of their hatred, by accusing them of sedition, or plots against the state.
That there is another king, one Jesus. — How malevolent was this saying! The apostles proclaimed Jesus as king-that is true; but never once insinuated that his kingdom was of this world. The reverse they always maintained.
