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General Information:
Verse 31 is a statement that gives an update on the church's growth.
Connecting Statement:
In verse 32, the story shifts from Saul to a new part of the story about Peter.
the church throughout all Judea, Galilee, and Samaria
This is the first use of the singular "church" to refer to more than one local congregation. Here it refers to all the believers in all the groups throughout Israel.
had peace
"lived peacefully." This means the persecution that started with the murder of Stephen was finished.
was built up
The agent was either God or the Holy Spirit. This can be stated in active form. Alternate translation: "God helped them grow" or "the Holy Spirit built them up" (See: rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-activepassive)
walking in the fear of the Lord
"Walking" here is a metaphor for "living." Alternate translation: "living in obedience to the Lord" or "continuing to honor the Lord" (See: rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-metaphor)
in the comfort of the Holy Spirit
"with the Holy Spirit strengthening and encouraging them"