Pauls Missionary Journeys: Stoning and the Council at Jerusalem
The Four Gospels are great. Looking for a sequel? Well, Paul's missionary journeys in Acts pick up right where they end: the birth of the early Christian church. Try a classic reference on Paul's life and letters: https://www.cph.org/p-6552-paul-life-and-letters.aspx In this second episode of six, Rev. Dr. Ken Schurb covers the remainder of Pauls first missionary journey. While Paul faithfully shared the Gospel and was received by many, he was eventually driven out of nearly every community he visited as enemies of Christ rallied against him. But, his missional approach was systematic. He left each town with established churches and newly trained pastors, and he continued to support many of the natal churches with letters of theological guidance and encouragement. Upon his return, Paul attended the council at Jerusalem, where a question especially pertinent to His mission had arisen; When a Gentile became a Christian, was it also necessary that they adopt the jewish customs and observances? If so, then many of Paul's newly one conversions might have been in vain! But, based on expert biblical testimony during the council, it was agreed that it was God's grace alone that brought both Gentile and Jew into the Christian faith. Gentiles would not be beholden to mosaic ceremonial and civil laws. The Books of Acts is a real-life look at the apostles’ work to spread the Good News they had witnessed. Paul’s mission to spread the Gospel was monumental, taking the Word to new lands that had never witnessed Christianity. He trusted the Holy Spirit throughout his journeys, letting God decide who needed to hear His Word and His truth. In looking at Paul’s missionary journeys, we can begin to more deeply understand our own mission. With animated maps to truly encompass the geographical and historical context of Paul’s journeys, Rev. Dr. Ken Schurb will take you through the Book of Acts, following Paul to the ends of the earth in his proclamation of the Good News.This distinctly Lutheran study of Paul’s missionary journeys is easy to use, understand, and study, both as an individual or with a group. Discussions are timed and included in the duration of the videos, so you won’t need to pause the video or get too wrapped up in discussion.
