44. While Peter was still speaking these words, the Holy Spirit came down on all those who were listening to his speech.
45. The Jewish believers who came with Peter were amazed that the Holy Spirit had been poured out as a gift also to people who were not Jews.
46. They heard them speaking different languages and praising God. Then Peter said,
47. “How can anyone object to these people being baptized in water? They have received the Holy Spirit the same as we did!”
48. So Peter told them to baptize Cornelius and his relatives and friends in the name of Jesus Christ. Then they asked Peter to stay with them for a few days.