Who are included now?
(Church welfare has gone to any people in need: Katrina, Pakistan, Indonesia, Africa, etc.).
2007-10-16 00:08:19 · 5 answers · asked by scotty_84116 4 in Arts & Humanities ➔ History
All were included in the ancient Christian church. There were to be no distinctions between race or former beliefs or lifestyles. Christ gave the early church a "Great Mission" to bring His Words to all people. That mission is still the main mission of all Christian Churches worldwide. And if that means church welfare to the needy in Indonesia or Africa or Asia or even here in the US then so be it. As we are assisting those less fortunate than us we are also modeling Christs mandate to "love one another"
2007-10-16 00:40:06 · answer #1 · answered by flautumn_redhead 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Originally the 'Gospel' was to be for the Jewish population, a form of revised Judaisim. Subsequently with the writings of Paul taken into account, the sect enlarged to include all Gentiles, or non Jewish population. It was Paul who framed early Christianity but the early church fathers, or elders who established and cemented it into society. Today, Christianity is seen as actively loving, giving and helping all humanity although sometimes you might not see it as clearly defined. Christ said, 'Love your neighbour.' and he also said, 'Go, sell all that you have and give unto the poor.' A true Christian is one who follows his Lord and loves and gives and doesn't get sidetracked by race, religion or politics.. So to answer your question, ALL are included in Christ's command to love and to give to. The greatest way to achieve this in today's society is for Muslims and Christians to unite in the task of promoting the ONE God and His love of peace and concord to all humanity. Our obedience to The Prophet and to Christ should overcome our doctrinal and political differences.
2007-10-16 00:39:35 · answer #2 · answered by John G 5 · 0⤊ 1⤋
All people, free and slave alike who heard, and believed in the fact that He is the Son of God. Many people of the ancient church saw - but did not believe.. They had a fantastic opportunity that in today's time - we do not have the actual experience of witnessing His miracles....However - we have Faith and the Holy Spirit to guide us. That in face value is a "miracle" - Good question.
2007-10-16 00:23:50 · answer #3 · answered by Henry H 6 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Initially this was a sect of the Jewish faith and was only for those who were Jewish and converted to believing in the Christ.
With Paul's preaching into Europe he opened the doors to the gentiles.
2007-10-16 00:33:19 · answer #4 · answered by Randy 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I'm sorry, but this question really doesn't make any sense.
2007-10-16 00:23:43 · answer #5 · answered by rdenig_male 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋