Definition: When they heard these things, they held their peace, and glorified God, saying, Then hath God also to the Gentiles granted repentance unto life.

Explanation: Okay, let’s break down this verse from Acts 11:18. It's a really important passage about spreading the good news of Jesus Christ! Here’s what it means in simpler terms: Basically, it says that when God heard about what was happening – people were starting to believe and want to turn away from their old ways and towards Him – He also gave them the opportunity to repent (change their mind) and be saved. Let's unpack it a little further: “When they heard these things…” This refers to the Jewish leaders in Jerusalem who were warning people that Jesus was a threat. They were trying to stop him. “…they held their peace…” They were quiet and respectful, not arguing or pushing back. It was a moment of listening. “…and glorified God…” This means they recognized the importance of God and acknowledged His authority. “Saying, Then hath God also to the Gentiles granted repentance unto life.” This is the core of the verse. “The Gentiles” are people outside of Israel – meaning non-Jews. God has also given them a chance to turn away from their sins and choose Him as their Savior. The word "repentance" means to change your mind about what you’ve done wrong, and "life" refers to eternal life with God. So, the whole verse is saying that God is interested in helping everyone – not just Jewish people – to find a relationship with Him. It's an invitation to come to faith in Jesus Christ. Why is this important? This story shows that God’s love and mercy are boundless. He wants everyone to be saved and have a relationship with Him. --- Do you want me to: Explain another verse? Give you some context about the story of Acts 11:18?