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1, 2. (a) What serious questions face the governing body of the first-century Christian congregation? (b) What help do those brothers receive in order to reach the right conclusion?
SUSPENSE fills the air. The apostles and elders occupying this room in Jerusalem look at one another, sensing that they have reached a pivotal moment. The issue of circumcision has raised serious questions. Are Christians under the Mosaic Law? Is there to be any distinction between Jewish and Gentile Christians?The men taking the lead have considered much evidence. They have in mind God’s prophetic Word as well as powerful firsthand testimony revealing Jehovah’s blessing. They have expressed themselves fully. The evidence that has mounted regarding the issue at hand is overwhelming. Jehovah’s spirit is clearly pointing the way. Will these men respond to that direction?
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SUSPENSE fills the air. The apostles and elders occupying this room in Jerusalem look at one another, sensing that they have reached a pivotal moment. The issue of circumcision has raised serious questions. Are Christians under the Mosaic Law? Is there to be any distinction between Jewish and Gentile Christians?The men taking the lead have considered much evidence. They have in mind God’s prophetic Word as well as powerful firsthand testimony revealing Jehovah’s blessing. They have expressed themselves fully. The evidence that has mounted regarding the issue at hand is overwhelming. Jehovah’s spirit is clearly pointing the way. Will these men respond to that direction?
Answer the question, make a comment, make it short and understandable , Use the JW bible
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(a) The governing body of the first-century Christian congregation faced serious questions regarding whether Christians were required to follow the Mosaic Law and if there should be a distinction between Jewish and Gentile Christians.
(b) The apostles and elders received help through God's prophetic Word and the guiding influence of Jehovah’s spirit, which provided them with clarity in making their decision and reaching the right conclusion. This aligned with the sentiments expressed in Acts 15:28, where they recognized the need to avoid placing unnecessary burdens on the Gentile believers.
(b) The apostles and elders received help through God's prophetic Word and the guiding influence of Jehovah’s spirit, which provided them with clarity in making their decision and reaching the right conclusion. This aligned with the sentiments expressed in Acts 15:28, where they recognized the need to avoid placing unnecessary burdens on the Gentile believers.