Christians in the first century faced serious challenges to their faith from both external and internal pressures. One of the internal struggles was when false doctrine was introduced. In Acts 15 a false plan of salvation is promoted by some Christians and had to be addressed head on. The debate at Jerusalem was not intended to reveal the truth, but to show the apostles and elders at Jerusalem were all united in the truth, which they clearly declared. This account shows how authority is established.

Scripture References: Acts 15:1-35

*** APOLOGIES FOR THE POOR AUDIO *** This study covers Judges 3 where there is a brief overview of the time of the Judges followed by three men who served in that role. Each one had a different task in front of them, though little is said about Shamgar. One of the things we learn is that God was patient and merciful with His people even though they rebelled against Him time and again.

Scripture References: Judges 3:1-31

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From Series: "Bible Class"