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Why did the disciples not understand?
The disciples were described as lacking comprehension because they were not able to prevent Jesus being arrested and crucified. This must have been one of the strong reasons why the author thought the disciples had to be described as lacking comprehension.
How many gospels were left out of the Bible?
The four gospels of the New Testament – Matthew, Mark, Luke and John – were already being used as scriptures in early church services in Rome and perhaps other places too.
How did the Apostles of Christ spread the church?
Apostles of Christ Spread the Church. Their main purpose was to spread the teachings of Jesus when he was still alive. Some of them also founded the Apostolic Sees, and they led early Christians in their religious gatherings in private homes referred to as house churches. The entire community of Christians was called a “church”,…
Why did the Apostles of Jesus travel from Jerusalem?
The Apostles of Jesus traveled from Jerusalem to other parts of the world after the crucifixion of Christ. Their main purpose was to spread the teachings of Jesus when he was still alive. Some of them also founded the Apostolic Sees, and they led early Christians in their religious gatherings in private homes referred to as house churches.
What is the Gospel apart from the wrath of God?
The wrath of God. There is no gospel apart from the wrath of God and his righteous judgment against sinners (v. 9). This is an uncomfortable reality, but one we must hold to because ignoring or belittling sin does not mean sin goes away. Jesus is the standard—each one of us has fallen short and sinned against him.
Is “faith and something else” enough to save me?
This distortion claims that “faith and” something else is sufficient to save me: Faith and my good works; faith and enough self-loathing; faith and a right understanding of God. It’s hard to believe that God would give salvation as a free gift without requiring that we earn it.