That they might speed in their message, they labour to prevent all prejudice Peter might have against Cornelius, who was a Gentile by title; telling him:
1. That he was a just man, as is said of Joseph, Matthew 1:19.
2. That he worshipped the true God the same with the Jews, and not the false gods of the Gentiles.
3. That he was reputed a pious and good man, and so it would be no disparagement to the apostles to go unto him. Was warned from God: this argument St. Peter could not deny. When God's command is evident, his people are determined and resolved.