In Season 2, Episode 3 of the Co-Mission Podcast titled "Hospitality and Humility,” Pastor Eric Teitelman of House of David Ministries and his co-host, Jed Robyn from Pilgrim Way Ministries, explore Acts 15, focusing on the pivotal Apostolic Council in Jerusalem. They explore the controversy over whether Gentile converts must adhere to Jewish laws, including circumcision, to be saved. The discussion highlights the resolution of this debate and the emphasis on hospitality and humility in the early Church. As the episode concludes, they preview the upcoming challenges Paul and Barnabas face, including their sharp disagreement over John Mark, setting the stage for further exploration in Acts 16.
The Gentile Controversy |S1:E8|
In this episode of the Commission podcast, Pastor Eric Teitelman and Jed Robyn explore the pivotal story of Peter and Cornelius from Acts 10, where God breaks down the wall of separation between Jews and Gentiles. They delve into the challenges faced by the early church in integrating Gentiles into the faith without imposing the full burden of the Mosaic Law. The discussion highlights the vigorous debates within the early church, particularly in Acts 15, where the Apostolic Council, led by James, resolves to welcome Gentiles into the faith without requiring circumcision, emphasizing that salvation is through faith in Jesus alone. This episode underscores the unity and harmony within the body of Christ, despite differences, and sets the stage for a deeper exploration of the "one new man" theology in future episodes.