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This is the first mention in the book of Acts of elders as officers in the Christian church (see also 14:23; 15:2–23; 16:4; 20:17–35; 21:18; compare 1 Timothy 3:1–7; Titus 1:5–9).
Agabus's prophecy resulted in the Christians in Antioch helping the Jewish Christians in Judea. They gave as much as they could and trusted the funds to Barnabas and Saul. This act of love and support showed the difference Jesus had made in their lives. Saul (also called Paul) mentions this visit in his letter to the Galatians (Galatians 2:1–10).
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Barnabas: A Levite from Cyprus who accompanied Paul on missionary journeys Paul: Apostle to the Gentiles, author of many NT epistles
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Antioch of Syria Beggar Bible, Manuscripts and Text of the (New Testament) Body of Christ Book of the Acts of the Apostles Chronology of the Bible (New Testament) Elder Letter to the Galatians Paul the Apostle Peter, the Apostle Presbyter Second Letter to the Corinthians
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Alms: Giving: The Early Christians Antioch: A City of Syria: Disciples First Called Christians In Barnabas: Accompanies Paul to Jerusalem Beneficence: General Scriptures Concerning Church: Government of, Mosaic and Christian Elder in the Christian Church Elders Elders in the Church Liberality: Church of Antioch Paul: Conveys the Contributions of the Christians in Antioch to the Christians in Jerusalem Poor: Kindness to The Congregation at Antioch (In Syria) Righteousness: Fruits of The Poor: Regard For: Church at Antioch