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SERMON BY : "PS.SHAALIM JOHN"

TOPIC :"Breaking Down Barriers: The Gospel for All"
KEY POINTS :

1. The Early Church's Struggle with Inclusion: The early church struggled to accept Gentiles (non-Jews) as equal members, highlighting the need to break down cultural and religious barriers.

2. Peter's Vision and the Gospel's Expansion: Peter's vision in Acts 10:9-16 and his subsequent ministry to Cornelius' household demonstrate God's desire to include all people in His plan of salvation.

3. The Jerusalem Church's Initial Resistance: The Jerusalem church initially resisted the idea of Gentiles being included in the church, but ultimately came to accept and praise God for the Gentiles' repentance.

4. The Significance of the Gentiles' Repentance: The Gentiles' repentance and acceptance by the Jerusalem church marked a significant turning point in the early church, demonstrating that the gospel is for all people, regardless of their background or ethnicity.

5. Implications for the Modern Church: The story of Acts 11 challenges the modern church to examine its own attitudes and practices regarding inclusion and diversity, encouraging us to break down barriers and share the gospel with all people.