Christians must be for racial-reconciliation.
It is in Antioch, THE multi-ethnic church, they are first called Christians (Χριστιανούς; Acts 11:26).
The origin of the most popular English term for Jesus followers was based on a multi-ethnic reality.
It is in Antioch, THE multi-ethnic church, they are first called Christians (Χριστιανούς; Acts 11:26).
The origin of the most popular English term for Jesus followers was based on a multi-ethnic reality.
Additionally the word Χριστιανός is instructive in itself.
it is a Greek word,
of Latin form,
and Semitic background
Thus encapsulating the cosmopolitan background of early Christianity.
it is a Greek word,
of Latin form,
and Semitic background
Thus encapsulating the cosmopolitan background of early Christianity.
Previously they have been called saints, disciples, believers, brothers and sisters, the assembly, and the Way.
Now outsiders label them, probably in derision.
A new name is coined for a new identity and mission.
Now outsiders label them, probably in derision.
A new name is coined for a new identity and mission.