nathan's thoughts on Acts 11

Entry made on March 26th, 2008
Topics: Compromise

In the beginning of chapter 11, Peter is accused of eating with Gentiles by his fellow Jews. Obviously a Jew eating with an "uncircumcised" Gentile was something the Jews of Peter's time did not approve of. Peter explained to them, however, that God had shown him directly that the Gentiles were acceptable. Peter also told them how the Gentiles had received the Holy Spirit just as he did at the Pentecost.

 Here is the difference between a true believer and someone who loves tradition and culture over God. Contrast Peter's response with the Pharisees of his time. The Pharisees refused to believe in Jesus, despite all of the miracles performed and the proof Jes... view full entry

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