Forum
Discussion: The Jerusalem Council
Completion requirements
When I was a missionary in Cambodia there was a church that had been financed by some individuals in America. Because of that, the leader of this church felt he should place an American flag somewhere highly visible to those who came to worship. As time went on the leader of this church presented the following list to the congregants:
A good Christian is one who comes to church:
- Wearing a shirt with a collar, a tie that is not too colorful, a suit jacket, and black shoes
- Carrying an English translation of the Bible
- Singing Christian songs that originate from the USA.
Instructions
In the discussion below, respond to the following prompts:
- Watch the video clip on the decision of the Jerusalem Council (6:02) in Acts 15. What was the decision that was made?
- Based on your understanding of the Jerusalem Council, react to what the leader presented as a "good Christian".
- Give several examples of requirements or expectations that can be seen in the church today that are more cultural than Biblical.
- Respond to 2 of your peers by the end of the module with substantive feedback that moves the conversation along.