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In Acts, we read that when Peter told the Roman centurion, Cornelius, about Jesus and that Jesus is the one whom God appointed as judge of the living and the dead, and that everyone who believes in him receives forgiveness of sin.
This is the gospel message, and it was (and is) appealing to non-Jews (gentiles) as well as to Jews.
Peter also realised at that time that non-Jews did not have to take on the Jewish law in order to become followers of Jesus - specifically they did not have to be circumcised, or formally adopt the Jewish religion.
Circumcision was a real barrier for non-Jewish males to take on the Jewish religion, and Peter's decision meant that one of the obstacles for non-Jews becoming Christians was removed.
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∙ 11y ago
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∙ 9y agoIt is debated as to why the Gentiles found Christianity attractive, but many feel that it was because it had exactly what they were looking for. They were claimed to have lived in cynicism, and when Jesus preached about a higher power seeming human and wanted to promote love and compassion, it seemed to fit what they had been looking for all along.
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∙ 8y agoThe Gentiles finally heard the truth and observed the miracles of the Apostles. Prior to that they had only a mixed bag of doctrine and manufactured miracles, usually all put together to provide either a person or group of persons some wealth or political power. The Apostles were not allowed to take a begging bag with them. The taught the gospel, performed miracles, and took nothing from the people for their works. Paul was a tent maker and worked his craft as he taught the gospel.
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∙ 6y agoBecause the Christian world view and spirit world view makes sense. Christianity offers plausible answers to why the world is as it is and what is going to happen to the world and humanity
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What what early decision helped attract gentile converts Christianity and spa rate it from Judaism?
AnswerThe decision to accept gentiles as Christians without requiring them to be circumcided was one that helped attract gentile converts, but eventually led to the separation from mainstream Judaism.
What do gentiles believe in?
The definition of a "Gentile" is anyone who is a non-Jew. So the beliefs among Gentiles are as diversified as the people groups that the word "Gentile" represents. In today's culture, the beliefs of a Gentile might be anywhere from Atheism to Satanism or from Secular Humanism to Christianity. In the times that the Bible was written, many people groups worshipped idols such as Baal and Diana. There were also Gnostics, Satanists, Atheists and Christians just like there are today.
Was Matthew a gentile?
No, Matthew was not a Gentile. He was a Jewish tax collector before becoming one of the twelve apostles of Jesus.
What is the birth name of Bill Gentile?
Bill Gentile's birth name is Gentile, William Frank.
What is the birth name of Cait Gentile?
Cait Gentile's birth name is Caitlin Elizabeth Gentile.
George Raft is he Jewish or gentile?
Gentile, common misconception but he was in fact not jewish. Take it from a surviving family member.
What is the opposite of gentile?
A Jew. "Gentile" means "not Jewish."
What is the opposite of a gentile?
A Jew. "Gentile" means "not Jewish."
What is the surname 'Gentile' when translated from Italian to English?
The surname Gentile in Italian is "genteel" or "gentile (non-Jewish)" in English.
What is the population of Olmo Gentile?
The population of Olmo Gentile is not available as it is a fictional place.
Did Jesus become A gentile?
No, Jesus was a Jew and did not become a Gentile.
When was Ferdinando Gentile born?
Ferdinando Gentile was born in 1967.
