The Jerusalem Council rejected circumcision as a salvation requirement and confirmed that Gentile Christians were accepted through faith in Christ.
The Jerusalem Council: Defending Christians From the Requirement of Circumcision
Paul’s First Missionary Journey: Taking the Gospel Into New Territory
Paul and Barnabas carried the gospel from Antioch through Cyprus and Asia Minor, establishing congregations despite fierce opposition and Paul’s stoning.
How the Journey of Barnabas and Paul Proves the Authenticity of Acts
The first journey of Barnabas and Paul confirms Acts through precise geography, Roman titles, local customs, candid details, and apostolic agreement.
