“As for Me, behold, My covenant is with you, and you will be the father of a multitude of nations.” Genesis 17:4 NASB Father – How is this promised fulfilled? Clearly it must extend beyond the Jewish population. Av hamon goyim means Abraham is to be father to those outside the Synagogue. Christians have understood this…
“For from ancient generations Moses has those who preach him in every city, since he is read in the synagogues every Sabbath.” Acts 15:21 NASB Moses – Typical Christian exegesis of the Council of Jerusalem in Acts 15 concentrates on the requirements (or lack thereof) for Gentile believers. But this fixation on what Gentiles must believe and…
“For in every city from ancient generations Moses has those proclaiming him, having been read in the synagogues on every Sabbath.” Acts 15:21 Proclaiming – Peter delivered the final word on salvation. It is God’s work alone. No man can add to God’s grace formula. Now James endorses Peter’s statement, but he amplifies the thought…
