In Galatians 2:1-14, Paul continued his personal story about his interaction with the leaders in Jerusalem, relating that they completely supported his message and ministry. He recounted these events in detail in order to defend the gospel and protect the unity of the church. It is still true today that we can maintain unity amidst great cultural diversity only if we hold on to the one and only gospel.
The church in Thessalonica not only followed worthy examples but also became one itself.
The first psalm describes the two ways to live and their results.
Saul’s two acts of foolishness contrasted with his son’s two acts of faith, and they changed the course of history.
