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What to Do When Christians Clash!

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  • Sam Storms

How should we resolve conflict among Christians? This article looks at the disagreement between Paul, Barnabas, and Mark, recorded in Acts 15:36-41. Looking at possible causes of disagreement, this article draws lessons for Christians today on conflict resolution.

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Drawing Ethical Principles from the Process of the Jerusalem Council: A New Approach to Acts 15:4-29

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  • Hyung Dae Park

This is a study of the main ethical points found in the decision of the Jerusalem council in Acts 15:4-29. It proposes that the council members attitudes of mutual trust, honoring God and his Word, and responding with some concession toward the others form important parts of the ethical teaching. The situation of the council is described in terms of the historical background and the flow of the narrative.

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The Ethnic Conflict in Early Christianity: An Appraisal of Bauckham's Proposal on the Antioch Crisis and the Jerusalem Council

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  • Cornelis Bennema

What was the nature of the ethnic conflict in early Christianity? Bennema examines how the early church approached one instance of ethnic conflict, that of admitting Gentiles into the people of God—the Antioch crisis (Galatians 2) and the Jerusalem council (Acts 15).

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James' Quotation of Amos 9 to Settle the Jerusalem Council Debate in Acts 15

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  • J. Paul Tanner

The use of Amos 9:11-12 in Acts 15 has been much discussed. Many covenant theologians has seen this text as evidence for the church replacing Israel. Dispensational exegetes treat this text as not relevant for the present age but a reference to a future state of affairs. Hays seeks to follow a third alternative and steer clear of the pitfalls mentioned.

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Infanticide and the Apostolic Decree of Acts 15

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  • David Instone-Brewer

In this paper the author argues that there is a reference to infanticide in Acts 15. The reference to the condemnation of smothering is interpreted as a description of infanticide. Instone-Brewer surveys the practice in the Graeco-Roman world, as well as the significance of the reference.

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The Cornelius Incident in the Light of Its Jewish Setting

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  • J. Julius Scott

This article addresses the nature of Jewish Christianity and the legitimacy of the Gentile mission. This essay makes use of the Cornelius narrative in Acts 10:1-Acts 11:18 and the reference to it in Acts 15:7-9 to reflect on the development of the early church's self-understanding and identity.

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James' Use of Amos at the Jerusalem Council: Steps toward a Possible Solution of the Textual and Theological Problems

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  • Michael A. Braun

How does Amos 9 function in Acts 15:16-17? The author addresses textual and theological problems.

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The Relationship of Galatians 2:1-10 and Acts 15:1-35 – Two Neglected Arguments

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  • Robert H. Stein

This essay focuses on the chronology of the life of Paul. The role of Galatians 2:1-10 and Acts 15:1-35 is explored.

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Gentiles and the People of God: A Study of Apostolic Hermeneutics and Theology in Acts 15

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  • Walter C. Kaiser Jr

This paper studies the use of Amos 9 in Acts 15. The significance of Gentiles being included in the people of God is reflected upon. He further notes the difference in approach between a dispensational and covenantal reading of the text and its implications for the relationship between Israel and the church.

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The Davidic Promise and the Inclusion of the Gentiles (Amos 9:9-15 and Acts 15:13-18): A Test Passage for Theological Systems

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  • Walter C. Kaiser Jr

What is the relationship of the Old Testament to the New? What is the exegetical method(s) employed by the New Testament's use of the Old? Wherein can we find elements of continuity and/or discontinuity between Israel and the church? Who are the “people of God” and what is the “kingdom of God”?

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Acts 15:37-39 - Sinful Servants

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  • Ralph A. Pontier

This article on Acts 15:37-39 looks at sin and weaknesses in our work in the church.

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Acts 15:36-41 - Brotherly Love Strife

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  • Derek W. H. Thomas

This article is a Bible study on Acts 15:36-41.

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Acts 15:21-35 - The Letter

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  • Derek W. H. Thomas

This article is a Bible study on Acts 15:21-35.

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Acts 15:1-21 - Cutting Cost

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  • Derek W. H. Thomas

This article is a Bible study on Acts 15:1-21.

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John Mark

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  • John L. van Popta

This article is about John Mark and working together in God's service. Acts 13:4-5, 13 and Acts 15:37 is also discussed, as well as service desertion and restoration.

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Acts 15:16-18 - The Use of Amos 9:11-12 in Acts 15:16-18

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  • David M. King

One aspect of hermeneutics which has provided no lack of scholarly discussion is the question of the interpretation and use of the Old Testament scriptures with regard to New Testament doctrine and practice. Discussion of this topic must consider the way in which the New Testament authors understood and applied the Old Testament.

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Questions concerning the Jews

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  • Karel Deddens

This article is about the relation of the Jews to the Israel of Scripture. The literal interpretation of prophecy with regards to the texts about Israel and Jerusalem is also discussed. Other topics mentioned are the future of the Jews, "all Israel" and the state Israel.

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