Acts 15:5

"When they had come to Jerusalem, they were received by the assembly and the apostles and the elders, and they reported everything that God had done with them."

Key Reflection

This passage highlights the communal nature of early Christian witness and decision-making, where the gospel's impact is shared and validated within the community. The involvement of apostles and elders suggests a collaborative effort to address matters of faith and practice, reflecting the church’s role in discerning God's will together.

From the Scholars: Barnes' Notes

Verse 5. But there rose up, etc. It has been doubted whether these are the words of Paul and Barnabas, relating what occurred at Antioch; or whether they are the words of Luke, recording what took place at Jerusalem. The correct exposition is probably that which refers it to the latter. For, (1.) this seems to be the most obvious interpretation. (2.) The use of the words "rose up" implies that. Those who disturbed the church at Antioch are said to have come down from Judea, Ac 15:1 and if this place referred to that occurrence, the same words would have been retained.

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