John 12:19

So, the Pharisees were saying among themselves, "Look, you men are getting nowhere [in this situation]. See, the [whole] world has gone after him."

Acts 4:2-4

and were greatly disturbed because they were teaching the people and proclaiming that Jesus had been raised from the dead.

Acts 5:28-33

"We strictly commanded you not to teach in this name [i.e., the name of Jesus] and look [what you have done]; you have filled Jerusalem with your teaching and you intend to hold us responsible for this man's [i.e., Jesus'] death."

Romans 8:28

And we know that God works out everything for the good of those who love Him and are called [to serve Him] in harmony with His purpose [for them].

Hebrews 12:6-11

For the Lord disciplines those He loves, and punishes every child He accepts."

Treasury of Scripture Knowledge

Summary

But the more they afflicted them, the more they multiplied and grew. And they were grieved because of the children of Israel.

But the more, etc

Bible References

But the more, etc

Romans 8:28
And we know that God works out everything for the good of those who love Him and are called [to serve Him] in harmony with His purpose [for them].
Hebrews 12:6
For the Lord disciplines those He loves, and punishes every child He accepts."

Grieved

John 12:19
So, the Pharisees were saying among themselves, "Look, you men are getting nowhere [in this situation]. See, the [whole] world has gone after him."
Acts 4:2
and were greatly disturbed because they were teaching the people and proclaiming that Jesus had been raised from the dead.
Acts 5:28
"We strictly commanded you not to teach in this name [i.e., the name of Jesus] and look [what you have done]; you have filled Jerusalem with your teaching and you intend to hold us responsible for this man's [i.e., Jesus'] death."