1 Tim 1:16...that inme first Jesus Christ might shew forth all longsuffering, for a pattern to them which should hereafter believe on him to life everlasting. More Scripture that points to how believers TODAY are save DIFFERENTLY than BEFORE Paul was commissioned by Christ as Apostle AND Minister to believers 'today' Who are believers 'today' - Gal 3:28, 1 Cor 12-13, Col 3:11 ** Acts 9:10-15 Paul selected by Christ Acts 15:6-12 Peter confirms it. Acts 15:13-25 James confirm it. Gal 2:7-9 Peter, John, James confirm it Rom 11:13 Paul confirms it Rom 15:16 Paul confirms it ** How are believers 'today saved/justified/sealed ? Acts 16:31 - BELIEVE 1 Cor 15:1-4 - BELEIVE Eph 1:13 - BELEIVE What must they DO to be saved/justified/sealed ? Titus 3:5 Gal 2:16 Eph 2:8-9 Rom 4:5-8 Rom 5:1 Rom 3:28 Yet continue to lead a sinful life ? 1 Cor 5:1-5 1 Cor 11:27-30 1 Cor 3:10-15 2 Cor 5:10 What about Peter, John, James etc ? Show where AFTER Paul was commissioned they are Apostle & Minister to believers 'today' What About the teachings of Christ ? Christ taught ALL the Apostles & ALL His teachings are relevant to the respective audiences/periods.
