(Which he had promised afore by his prophets in the holy scriptures,)

For what saith the scripture? Abraham believed God, and it was counted unto him for righteousness.

For the scripture saith unto Pharaoh, Even for this same purpose have I raised thee up, that I might shew my power in thee, and that my name might be declared throughout all the earth.

For the scripture saith, Whosoever believeth on him shall not be ashamed.

God hath not cast away his people which he foreknew. Wot ye not what the scripture saith of Elias? how he maketh intercession to God against Israel saying,

For whatsoever things were written aforetime were written for our learning, that we through patience and comfort of the scriptures might have hope.

But now is made manifest, and by the scriptures of the prophets, according to the commandment of the everlasting God, made known to all nations for the obedience of faith: