Scientific naturalism teaches people they are only physical, but there is much more to humanity than mere molecules and matter. God made each one of us body and soul – who we are and how we treat other people really matters.
The Gospel vs Tradition
The Jewish leaders continue to walk through new territory after hearing more reports of Gentiles receiving the word of God. They are tested to see whether they will prioritise the gospel going out OR their tradition, culture and personal preference. Like them, we face the same opportunity and test to either prioritise the gospel going out or our own traditions, and culture and preferences.
A Global Gospel
As we follow God’s redemptive story from Old Testament to New, we see that He has been progressively unveiling His plan to include all nations into his family. Acts chapter 10 brings us to that incredible moment in history when God poured out the New Covenant blessing of the Holy Spirit on the gentiles; commencing a new chapter where Jews and gentiles are reconciled & made into one.
Opposition
More Problems
With growth comes problems - tricky ones. In the middle of the steep growth of the early church, the needs of widows arises and threatens to become a significant barrier to God’s continued work. The apostles lead the church in grappling with this problem and the ongoing growth of the church continues.
