# Connecting Statement:

Peter begins speaking to everyone in the house of Cornelius.

# Then Peter opened his mouth and said

"Peter began to speak to them"

# Truly

This means that what he is about to say is especially important to know.

# God does not take anyone's side

"God does not favor certain people"

# anyone who worships and does righteous deeds is acceptable to him

"he accepts anyone who worships him and does righteous deeds"

# worships

The word "worships" here has the sense of deep respect and awe.

# translationWords

* [[rc://en/tw/dict/bible/other/peter]]
* [[rc://en/tw/dict/bible/other/nation]]
* [[rc://en/tw/dict/bible/kt/righteous]]