Paul reviews the basis of the argument that he had made to Peter and the rest of the church at Antioch during that confrontation. Neither Peter, nor his fellow-disciples, nor Paul, were infallible. The gospel is this - Jesus died for our sins, was buried, and rose from the dead. 19 So then you are no longer strangers and aliens, but you are fellow citizens with the saints, and are of Gods household, 20 having been built upon the foundation of the apostles and prophets, Christ Jesus Himself being the corner [stone], 21 in whom the whole building, being fitted together is growing into a holy temple in the Lord; 22 in whom you also are being built together into a dwelling of God in the Spirit (Ephesians 2:11-22). It seems you're reading things into the text. Where were the apostles and church leaders while all this debate was taking place? SUPPLEMENTAL: A CLOSER LOOK AT GALATIANS CHAPTERS 1 AND 2 Two primary passages that clearly differentiate between Peter's ministry and Paul's ministry are Galatians chapters 1 and 2. Paul reminds Jewish Christians that they were not able to earn justification through law-keeping; rather, like the Gentile Christians, the Jewish believers, too, were justified by faith in Christ. The Spirit of God spoke to and through the leaders of the church at Antioch, and Barnabas and Paul were sent out (Acts 13:1-4). It was not from Jerusalem that the purposeful evangelization of the Gentiles was commenced, but from Antioch. The gospel makes equals of every saint, for the only righteousness which will get a man to heaven is Christs righteousness, received by faith, apart from works. They urged Paul to take their advice, and in so doing to put the minds of the more legalistic brethren at ease. Paul's Justification: Paul taught justification unto eternal life by the cross (1 Corinthians 1:18 Galatians 6:14 Colossians 1:20). Paul's disciples occasionally connected with the apostles in Jerusalem, so they all knew what was going on in various parts of the continent. This is an extract from the course "Meet the Apostles - Part One". Conversely, Peter does not just preach to Jews in Acts. The next principle will suggest how God deals with the fallibility of men, including prominent church leaders. Paul taught salvation to all freely by faith in Christ apart from the covenants of Israel and apart from keeping the law (Romans 9:4 Romans 3:28 Galatians 2:19). Those who believed their gospels are in Christ. Salvation by grace through faith highlights . Israel would inherit the promise of the Davidic kingdom on earth (Luke 1:32 Genesis 13:15). James, the apostle, was put to death by Herod earlier as recorded by Luke in Acts 12. Here are the comparisons and contrasts of the Apostle Paul: A. They do seem to have come from Jerusalem, from the church, and from James. Once again James and the Jerusalem church leaders seem to be closely and not uncomfortably (to them) associated with those who distort the gospel. Paul was Gods chosen instrument to define, proclaim, and protect the gospel. Folks , or to be exact, DOUG its time to cease and dissest on this topic . Peters explanation of the events leading up to his visit to the home of Cornelius, along with his description of what took place as he preached, was too convincing and compelling for the Jerusalem Jewish church leaders to deny. Israel under the old covenant promises was promised to be a holy nation, a kingdom of kings and priests to rule over the Gentile nations with Christ (Revelation 1:6Exodus 19:6Revelation 5:10). Below are the differences between the gospels and Apostleship's of Peter and Paul. As an unbeliever, Paul was an extremist and hardly less as a Christian. Peter is central in approximately the first half ( Acts 1-12 ), being phased out after that and mentioned for the last time for the important role he had at the Jerusalem Council (15:7-11, cf. So much for those who preach or hold to a different gospel, but what of the apostles in Jerusalem? This award-winning biography explores cultural differences with eloquence and sensitivity. When they are, we should obey them if at all possible. When Peter was divinely directed to the house of Cornelius where he preached the gospel, it would seem the whole church (or at least a good representation from the church) was present when Peter made his defense, accompanied by the six men who went with him and witnessed the salvation of these Gentiles (Acts 11:12, 18). Paul believed that Peter really was the visible head of the Church on earth and trusted his final decisions. As in Jayne . But they are also a reminder of the depth of our relationship which has developed over the years. After his death, it's called the gospel of God, the gospel, and the gospel of Jesus Christ. from the Universidad de Salamanca (Spain), and an M.A. Paul and works: Paul taught salvation without works (Titus 3:5 Romans 4:6 Ephesians 2:8-9). Paul and John represent the two most distinctive types of apostolic doctrine. Peter and the other disciples were Galileans who naturally tended toward provincialism. 9 As we have said before, so I say again now, if any man is preaching to you a gospel contrary to that which you received, let him be accursed (Galatians 1:6-9). Neither one did . Two in a sense that not they are contradicting with each other rather the Gospel of the Kingdom is meant for Israel and during the 7 years of . Remember, this is Peters closing punch linewords which have much to say to us. How dare Peter preach to the Gentiles and share salvation with them! Paul taught forgiveness of all sin now by the blood of Jesus (Ephesians 1:7). Where Paul says believers are justified by faith rather than by works of the law, the epistle of James replies that "faith, apart from works, is dead" (2:17). 1999 - 2023 Worthy Christian Forums - A Division of Worthy Ministries. Peter's gospel faded away as Israel was diminished and is not the gospel that is preached today. Even though we have come this far, we are only just beginning to grasp the point Peter strives to make with its implications. 4:10, 5:12). Surely the fact that Peter endorsed Pauls epistles as Scripture lends weight to their recognition as such by the church. When the tomb was empty, Peter physically entered the tomb to confirm this fact (John 20). They were less than zealous to initiate the preaching of the gospel to Gentileseven after they acknowledged Gods purpose was to save the Gentiles, and even after the Lords commission to do so (see Matthew 28:18-20; Acts 1:8). There was no controversy on his. An unbiased reading of Galatians 1 and 2 would lead us to say Paul did not speak of them with reverential awe. August 20, 2020 in Theology. There is only one gospel in the Bible. They are Scripture, on a par with the Old Testament Scriptures and the New Testament Scriptures as well. Justification by faith that Christ died for our sins, was buried and rose again for complete salvation unto eternal life (1 Corinthians 15:1-4 Colossians 2:10). The answer, in part, is that one man cannot have full authority because he is a sinner like all other men. One can hardly envision this Peter of the Gospels welcoming Paul into the circle of the apostles with open arms. Paul and heaven: Paul taught the church seated with Christ in heavenly places (Ephesians 2:6). How often I have seen a Christian wife fail to rebuke her husband for sin, as the Scriptures instruct her, because her husband is in authority over her. When Paul preached the gospel of the grace of God, Peters gospel of the kingdom to Israel was limited to the circumcision. (Many cultists claim their works are the inspired word from God.) The inspiration and authority of Scripture is a process that involves plurality. Standing on the Promises--A Study of 2 Peter. Whether they were legalistic Christians or false brethren (cf. Our contention is that the Peter of the gospels is the author of both 1 and 2 Peter. Jesus instructed His disciples that they would continue the work He had begun. In so doing, Paul fulfills the purpose of God for him revealed at the time of his salvation: 15 But the Lord said to him, Go, for he is a chosen instrument of Mine, to bear My name before the Gentiles and kings and the sons of Israel; 16 for I will show him how much he must suffer for My names sake (Acts 9:15-16). Three times in the Book of Acts Sauls conversion is reported: the first time in the third person (Acts 9), the second and third times in the first person (Acts 22, 26). Ultimately, we are accountable to God, and there are times when we must obey God rather than men. Philip, one the seven deacons selected in Acts 6 (verse 5), began to emerge as an evangelist (see Acts 21:8) and was used of God to win large numbers of the Samaritans to faith in Christ (Acts 8:5-13). Peter and Paul, coming from vastly different backgrounds, holding different demeanors, nonetheless, in Christ, were able to come together as one. He adhered to his purpose, but it was as with a broken heart. Paul was right in his definition of the gospel and of the relationship between Israel and the church (see all of Romans, especially chapters 9-11). The Jerusalem Council did endorse Barnabas and Saul and disassociate themselves with those who had gone out to Antioch insisting that Gentile converts be circumcised. "But contrariwise, when they saw that the gospel of the uncircumcision was committed unto me, as the gospel of the circumcision was unto Peter; (For he that wrought . Paul taught salvation to all freely by faith in Christ apart from the covenants of Israel, and apart from keeping the law (, Peter and the resurrection: Peter preached the gospel of the circumcision (, ). Peter preached the receiving of the Holy Ghost to empower Israel to enter the kingdom (Luke 24:49Acts 1:8 Acts 2:33 Acts 2:38). Israel would be a light for salvation unto the Gentile nations that would enter the kingdom (Isaiah 60:3). Is this not the truth the false brethren (Galatians 2:3-5)legalists whose salvation is not absolutely clear (Acts 15:1-2)and even some of the Jerusalem churchs Jewish giants (Acts 10-11; Galatians 2:11-13)were reticent to receive? He went up to the apostles and told them what he was preaching. If the dead are not raised at all, why then are they baptized for them (1 Corinthians 15:29, emphasis mine)? The main similarity between the two messages exists in the person of the Lord Jesus . Peter's gospel faded away as Israel was diminished, and is not the gospel that is preached today. We often find it impossible to understand those things we do not like or do not want to acknowledge as true. Paul in his epistles reveal the mysteries and doctrine for the church today. Their ancient cities are still standing Peter was from Galilee, in modern-day Israel. The salvation of a large number of Gentiles and the birth of predominantly Gentile churches brought a defensive reaction from the Jewish brethren, who were Pharisees and had not yet renounced this as Paul had done (see Philippians 3:1ff. The surprise of the Jerusalem Jewish saints is more an indication of their racial and religious biases than of genuine ignorance. Paul was primarily the Apostle to Gentiles (Romans 11:132 Timothy 1:11). After his conversion Paul was given revelations from the Lord Jesus Christ; Paul did not learn from any man including the twelve Apostles (Galatians 1:12). Matthew and John authored the Gospels bearing their names. God may well intend to edify our church through the ministry of someone from outside our flock. They would have failed to fulfill their stewardship as apostles had they allowed the care of the widows to consume their time and energies. Another key difference. It is most interesting to note who played the dominant role as this decision was reached. Peter was primarily the Apostle to Israel (Galatians 2:8). He taught their reward was stored in heaven but not in heaven (1 Peter 1:4). He was saved and discipled independently of them. But it was not said that this was necessary for salvation, as had been previously demanded. 5He bent over and looked in at the strips of linen lying there but did not go in. It was through the zeal of a few noble saints who could not keep the faith to themselves: 19 So then those who were scattered because of the persecution that arose in connection with Stephen made their way to Phoenicia and Cyprus and Antioch, speaking the word to no one except to Jews alone. Answer (1 of 3): Thank you for the biblical question on the Apostle Paul, "How would I compare and contrast Paul in acts and Paul in the letters?" When one reads the Book of Acts and the Pauline Epistles, they complement each other. "The intense sensitiveness of St. Paul's nature shows itself in every syllable. Paul is known to us as the apostle of grace, but Peter was an apostle of grace too. Peter and heaven: Peter taught that Israel would receive the kingdom on earth (Luke 9:2Luke 9:62 Peter 1:11Acts 2:30). Peter did not have Roman citizenship, while Paul did. Peter and Paul did not preach the same gospel messages. Peter's Justification: Peter and the other eleven Apostles taught justification unto eternal life by believing on the name of Jesus; by believing Jesus is Christ, the Son of God (Acts 10:43Matthew 16:16Acts 4:12 Acts 2:36John 20:31). Salvation apart from the law; justification by faith alone in the cross work of Jesus Christ. Paul had been a fierce persecutor of Christians, consenting to the martyrdom of many. douge Peter taught the gospel of the kingdom (, ). (Peter was notoriously crucified upside down, and Paul was beheaded.) Each of the twelve disciples, hand-picked by Jesus, followed Him in life. There, it was James who carried the day. While Peter is prominent in the first part of Acts, Paul clearly dominates the latter portion of the book. All of the Jerusalem disciples seem to be racially biased with respect to the Gentiles and far too tolerant of the errors and even heresies Jewish legalists sought to impose of the church. They thus charged the congregation of believers to select seven men of high character and ability who would oversee this matter, leaving the apostles free to devote themselves to the priority they had been given. Peter along with his brother, Andrew was the first of Jesus twelve original disciples to follow him. Paul was raised up to offset the legalism not only of the heretics but also of the Jerusalem Jewish church leaders, including the apostles. Romans 3:26 And Paul had to say, "Excuse me, Buddy. The Apostle Paul saw this as hypocrisy and called it such to Peter's face (Galatians 2:11-14). Peter and Paul never taught the same gospel. Below are the differences between the gospels and Apostleship's of Peter and Paul. The gospel declares all men to be sinners, under the wrath of God and doomed to eternal punishment. He taught their reward was stored in heaven but not in heaven (1 Peter 1:4). The Apostles arethe body of Christ!!!! Paul was the Apostle to the gentiles. Paul in his epistles reveal the mysteries and doctrine for the church today. Peter, James, John, Jesus in His earthly ministry, and all the other apostles of Israel do not use the term "the Church the Body of Christ." A friend I met a number of years ago when our church hosted a Prison Fellowship Discipleship Seminar will graduate soon from Wheaton Bible College. The "good news" is all the same news. James nor paul contradicted each other . With the arrival of these men from James, Peters conduct suddenly changed. But this was surely not clear to Peter or to the disciples at the time Jesus revealed it to them in Matthew 16. 15:14). Salvation sent to Gentiles through Paul: the Apostle of the Gentiles. (7) Pauls writings are inspired, inerrant, and authoritative, though hard to swallow, even for the other apostles. He did not send them out to do solo ministries, but sent them out in pairs. Peter, a Jewish fisherman, was called to be a disciple of Jesus at the beginning of Jesus' ministry. (6) Pauls writings are inspired and authoritative in matters where he goes beyond that revealed by the other apostles, through whom God also revealed Scripture. We could easily pass by them almost unnoticed, but we would be overlooking so much. For example, when a husband (like myself) finds it impossible to understand my wifes point of view, it is not really because she has failed to communicate clearly, but because I am not receptive to the message. I believe the apostles did the right thing. 1 And some men came down from Judea and [began] teaching the brethren, Unless you are circumcised according to the custom of Moses, you cannot be saved. 2 And when Paul and Barnabas had great dissension and debate with them, [the brethren] determined that Paul and Barnabas and certain others of them should go up to Jerusalem to the apostles and elders concerning this issue (Acts 15:1-2). His preaching in Acts 2-5 is surely more directed toward the Jews, because he was living among Jews and speaking to them. He was clearly with Jesus throughout His years of ministry according to the Gospel accounts. 3:6-9 ). Farewell (Acts 15:28-29). No one local church is likely to have all the spiritual gifts necessary for the on-going of its ministry or for the spread of the gospel. The account of his participation takes nine verses (13-21). Below are the differences between the gospels and Apostleship's of Peter and Paul. Refresh the page, check Medium 's site status, or find something interesting to read. )they insisted that Gentile converts be circumcised (Acts 15:1, 5).77 The process by which the decision of the so-called Jerusalem Council was reached included the entire congregation (15:22). While each author of a book in the Bible must be consistent with previous revelation, each one also makes a unique contribution to the Bible as a whole. Acts 15:12), and one by James (cf. When Paul preached the gospel of the grace of God, Peter's gospel of the kingdom to Israel was limited to the circumcision. Get Mark and bring him with you, for he is useful to me for ministry.". The Silence of God (Sir Robert Anderson Library Series) by Sir Robert Anderson Paperback. douge Paul was from Tarsus, in modern-day Turkey. Israel would rule and reign with Jesus for a thousand year period (Revelation 20:6). Below are the differences between the gospels and Apostleship's of Peter and Paul. Justification by faith that Christ died for our sins, was buried and rose again for complete salvation unto eternal life (1 Corinthians 15:1-4Colossians 2:10). Peter's Apostleship was . We might say they are a he-mans way of expressing brotherly love. Paul had little contact with the apostles or with the Jerusalem church leaders, especially in the early years after his conversion (Galatians 1:17-19). We will seek to show that the Peter of the Gospels, and even the Peter of the Book of Acts, would not write the things concerning Paul written in these closing verses of his second epistle. Peter preached forgiveness of sin at the coming of the Lord Jesus Christ (Acts 3:19). Bob is a pastor/teacher and elder at Community Bible Chapel in Richardson, Texas, and has contributed many of his Bible study series for use by the Foundation. Paul had just written that he was no man-pleaser (1:10f.). Peters actual name was Simon, and Pauls actual name was Saul. They came into their second names, by which Christians commonly refer to them today, after they began following Jesus. Peter preached to Israel repentance and baptism for the remission of sins (Acts 2:38). Pauls relationship with Peter was not the same as his relationships with men like Barnabas or Timothy. Copyright 1999-2022 Worthy Christian Forums - A division of Worthy Ministries. Don't compare yourselves to Paul correcting Peter. Peter and Paul did not preach the same gospel messages. 1 Corinthians 15:1-4 - "Now I would remind you, brothers, of the gospel I preached to you, which you received, in which you stand, and by which you are being saved, if you hold fast to the word I preached to you unless you believed in vain. Peter preached holiness, and to remain steadfast unto the coming of Jesus and his kingdom (2 Peter 3:17). There is a harmony and a consistency between Pauls epistles and the rest of Scripture, as there most certainly must be (see also 3:2). ). To declare, I say, at this time his righteousness: that he might be just, and the justifier of him which believeth in Jesus. The church collectively embracing an interpretation gives much more weight to that interpretation. It was Peter who took the initiative to fill the vacancy among the apostles by selecting a new apostle from those in their midstfrom the candidates they put forward (Acts 1:15f.). Seek the LORD and encourage others to do so. Paul's first line of defense is the demonstration of the divine character of his office and of his message. Two of the most well-known of these twelve, most believers would say, are very different: Judas and Simon Peter. Paul and St. Peter were the leaders of the early Church, yet they were so very different-both in body and mind. St. Peter the Apostle, original name Simeon or Simon, (died 64 ce, Rome [Italy]), disciple of Jesus Christ, recognized in the early Christian church as the leader of the 12 disciples and by the Roman Catholic Church as the first of its unbroken succession of popes. Peter taught the gospel of the kingdom (Luke 9:2Luke 9:62 Peter 1:11). 1. Married. Their GOSPLE was IDENTICAL . Peter was called to be the 'rock' of the Church while Paul was commissioned to take the message of Jesus to the gentiles. Paul, an apostle that never met Jesus, went to meet Peter and James (Jesus' brother) on a first visit to Jerusalem. The church is not a mere collection of individuals. One cannot say with certainty the selection of Matthias was wrong, but one certainly can say that Paul had far more impact as an apostle than Matthias did. and its the same and its the ONLY GOSPLE that can save a man . Peter (Acts 1-12) Paul (Acts 13-28) Witness to Risen Christ. $14.95. Peter was primarily the Apostle to Israel (Galatians 2:8). Lets look at their differences, not only because they are fascinating, but because they likewise draw us to meditate on how God is calling all of us to follow him. In response to the salvation of the Samaritans, the Jerusalem apostles sent Peter and John to Samaria, where they laid hands on the believers who received the Holy Spirit (8:14-17). I , DOUG, have been in error , But now I see clearly that they all preached the ONE SAME GOSPLE. You can then take a stand on these simple, precious, timeless Bible truths, truths hidden by religious tradition and theological speculation! His contacts with them were few and far between and of short duration. What a perfect balance Paul was to the other apostles. They both taught the same Gospel. Their marked differences in personality and in methods of thought make a comparison of the types which they represent at once a difficult and a fascinating task. Did this in any way prompt James and John to seek the place of prominence at our Lords right and left hand (see Matthew 20:20-28)? Peter's gospel faded away as Israel was diminished, and is not the gospel that is preached today. ** There are three churches mentioned by name in the Bible; listed are two. When the church at Antioch was born, the church in Jerusalem sent Barnabas to minister to these new believers (11:22). He would rather offend his Gentile brethren than offend these legalists who might not even be saints. Peter's Apostleship was diminishing after Paul was converted. Peter and the church: Peter preached to Israel (Acts 3:12). Those who believed their gospels are in Christ. They ultimately gave their lives for the Lord by being martyred in Rome around AD 64 under the harsh persecutions by the Emperor Nero. Peter's Apostleship was diminishing after Paul was converted. Our final authority is the Word of God. Also he was the one who cut off the ear of the soldier that was arresting Jesus. It was only as a result of the rejection of the gospel by the Jews that Paul and Barnabas focused their attention on Gentile evangelism (Acts 13:44-52). Gentiles had to come through Israel and it's covenants to be added to the church (, Paul and the church: Paul taught the church as the body of Christ, a new creature where there was neither Jew or Gentile (, Peter and heaven: Peter taught that Israel would receive the kingdom on earth (, Paul and heaven: Paul taught the church seated with Christ in heavenly places (. Both Peter and Paul were ordained of God to preach the gospel. 1. Paul in his epistles reveal the mysteries and doctrine for the church today. 20 But there were some of them, men of Cyprus and Cyrene, who came to Antioch and [began] speaking to the Greeks also, preaching the Lord Jesus. They should be biblically and doctrinally right. St. Paul was short; he was not a great speaker and he had some health problems. Paul was primarily the Apostle to Gentiles (, Peter's Justification: Peter and the other eleven Apostles taught justification unto eternal life by believing on the name of Jesus; by believing Jesus is Christ, the Son of God (Acts 10:43, Peter preached that Israel under the old covenant was redeemed and cleansed by the crucifixion and shed blood of Jesus (. Pentecost Saul was rejecting the Messiah. I do hope that's not what you intend to argue because I can find about a dozen places in Paul's epistles where Paul preached belief in the name of Jesus. Peter was primarily the Apostle to Israel (Galatians 2:8). Nevertheless. Home > Index > Mid-Acts Right Division > List: Differences Between Peter and Pauls Message. Peter and the church: Peter preached to Israel (Acts 3:12). I am not sure I see so great a distinction between the ministries of Peter and Paul that I would want to characterize Peter as the apostle to the circumcised and Paul as the apostle to the uncircumcised. Paul always preached to the Jews first and then the Gentiles. Peter preached about the God of all grace revealing his grace through a Savior (1 Pet. There is wholeness only as all of the individual members of the body of Christ are a functional part of the church: 14 For He Himself is our peace, who made both [groups into] one, and broke down the barrier of the dividing wall, 15 by abolishing in His flesh the enmity, [which is] the Law of commandments [contained] in ordinances, that in Himself He might make the two into one new man, [thus] establishing peace (Ephesians 2:14-15, emphasis mine). "And the keeper of the prison awaking out of his sleep, and seeing the prison doors open, he drew out his sword, and would have killed himself, supposing that the prisoners had been fled." The Roman authority would have killed him if prisoners had escaped. Paul and the resurrection: Paul taught that Christ was risen for our justification (Romans 4:25). Israel would be a light for salvation unto the Gentile nations that would enter the kingdom (Isaiah 42:6). We are all to obey our leaders, to be in submission to those in authority, so long as there is no contradiction to a clear biblical imperative or truth. He is declaring to his readers that Pauls epistles are the inspired Word of God. For I delivered to you as of first importance what I also received: that Christ died for our sins in accordance with the Scriptures, that he was buried, that he was raised on the third day in accordance with theScriptures.". Israel would rule and reign with Jesus for a thousand year period (Revelation 20:6). Peter and the resurrection: Peter preached the gospel of the circumcision (Galatians 2:7). Peter's gospel: Peter preached remission of sins in the name of Jesus (Acts 10:43). Peter preached holiness, and to remain steadfast unto the coming of Jesus and his kingdom (, Paul and works: Paul taught salvation without works (, Peter and the church: Peter preached to Israel (Acts 3:12). However, Paul did not come to follow Jesus until well after Jesus earthly ministry had already concluded. Those who claim to get direct orders only from God may find the source of their guidance other than divine. Wow. Copyright 1999-2022 Worthy Christian Forums - A division of Worthy Ministries. Paul's Apostleship: Paul was persecuting the church of God before being converted. The apostles (certainly including Peter) were reluctant to believe that Paul was saved (Acts 9). 13 And the rest of the Jews joined him in hypocrisy, with the result that even Barnabas was carried away by their hypocrisy (Galatians 2:11-13). And certain men which came down from Judaea taught the brethren, and said, Except ye be circumcised after the manner of Moses, ye cannot be saved. The principle of plurality is necessary because individuals are fallible. In the New Testament, when but one leader is dominant, and exclusively followed, this is rebuked (1 Corinthians 1). A hands up praise to the LORD is called for . 10 [They] only [asked] us to remember the poorthe very thing I also was eager to do (Galatians 2:6-10). The amazing thing, of course, is not that Paul argued openly with . Acts of the Holy Apostles Peter and Paul 4. If It Is During The Millennium How Will There Not Be Pain And Tears When The Devil Is Released To Deceive The Nations? Amen. 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