How we cite our quotes: (Chapter:Verse)
Quote #16
Thus it is written, that the Messiah is to suffer and to rise from the dead on the third day, and that repentance and forgiveness of sins is to be proclaimed in his name to all nations, beginning from Jerusalem. (NRSV 24:16-17)
Thus it is written, and thus it behoved Christ to suffer, and to rise from the dead the third day: And that repentance and remission of sins should be preached in his name among all nations, beginning at Jerusalem. (KJV 24:16-17)
The disciples are supposed to carry forward the message of forgiveness. From John to Jesus to the disciples, these guys are all about consistency.