Explaining The Book

Tag: Apostles

  • Acts Summary

    The Book of Acts, authored by Luke, documents the early Christian Church’s history and the spread of the Gospel from Jerusalem to the world. It emphasizes the Holy Spirit’s role in empowering the apostles, highlights the inclusion of Gentiles, and illustrates the church’s growth amid persecution, affirming Christ’s ongoing mission through believers today.

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  • Was Peter the first pope?

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    The debate over Peter as the first pope centers on differing views between Roman Catholicism and Protestantism. Catholics assert Peter’s unique authority based on Scripture, while Reformed theology argues there is no biblical basis for papal succession. Leadership in the early Church was shared, with Christ as the true head.

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