Luke 8:38

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Summary

Now the man out of whom the devils were departed besought him that he might be with him: but Jesus sent him away, saying,

Besought

Luke 8:28

Mark 5:18

Philippians 1:23

Saying

Bible References

Besought

When he saw Jesus, he screamed and flung himself down before Him, and said in a loud voice, "What do you want of me, Jesus, Son of the Most High God? I beg you not to torture me!"

And as He was getting into the boat, the once insane man kept begging Him to let him go with Him.

I am hesitating between two desires, for I long to depart and to be with Christ, for that is far, far better,

Saying

However, He did not let him, but said to him, "Go home to your folks, and tell them how much the Lord has done for you, and has taken pity on you."

But Ananias answered, "Lord, I have heard many people tell of this man, especially the great sufferings he has brought on your people in Jerusalem.

only they kept hearing people say, "Our former persecutor is now preaching as good news the faith which once he tried to destroy,"

though I once used to abuse, persecute, and insult Him. But mercy was shown me by Him, because I did it in ignorance and unbelief,