Abstract
This paper explains Paul's theory that Jesus's sacrifice on the cross rendered Mosaic Law invalid. It suggests that the formation of this idea was the fundamental break between Christianity and Judaism.

From the Paper
This philosophic shift of thought both made the Jesus sect that emphasized Jesus life rather than his words more important in the Early Christian tradition as well as heralded a radical break between Christianity and the world that provided the fertile religious soil of thought from which it sprung.

Tags:radical sect Israel&#8217, s conversion gentiles practices circumcision dietary codes mosaic

Abstract
This paper examines what is known about the life of Saint Paul the Apostle. It further traces his conversion and subsequent travels. Also discussed is Paul's ministry and how he preached to the Gentiles about Jesus' teachings. The paper concludes by stating that historical references to Paul's early life, from his birth and prior to his conversion on the road to Damascus, are woefully lacking.

From the Paper
"The Bible's Acts of the Apostles tell us that Paul, the Gentile, was converted from Judaism on the road to Damascus; he remained for a time in Damascus following his Baptism before leaving for Arabia. It is believed that Paul remained in Arabia for some time, "possibly for a year or two to prepare himself for his future missionary activity." When Paul returned to Damascus, he again stayed for a time, preaching in the synagogues and telling all who would listen that "Jesus is the Christ, the Son of God." Historical references to Paul's early life--from his birth and prior to his conversion on the road to Damascus--are woefully lacking."

Tags:saint paul, christianity, martyr

From the Paper
"Formerly Saul of Tarsus, a well-educated Pharisaic Jew who persecuted the early Christian churches, which he considered blasphemous, Paul the Apostle converted to Christianity after direct divine intervention. Having seen and heard the arisen Jesus, Paul rejected his former views to become among the most significant proselytizers of the early Christian church. Paul, the Apostle to the Gentiles, created several Christian communities in Asia Minor and Greece. Paul's letters, canonical writings of the New Testament, demonstrate his commitment to permanently influencing the communities so that the new converts would adopt practices that Paul considered correct. Of course, Paul's need to exert influence against competing Christian practices demonstrates that early Christian practice was neither well defined nor monolithic. Paul's writings substantively influenced these early Christian communities, and his theology, which preaches Christ crucified, facilitated the growth of Christianity as a religion. Paul is best understood, therefore, as a missionary who advanced Christians? understanding of the significance of Jesus, and not as the founder of a new "Paulist" version of Christianity."

Tags:apostle, bible, epistle, jesus, new, paul, saint, testament

Abstract
This paper looks at how the major difference between the Apostle Paul and the other apostles is that Paul had not known Jesus while he was on earth as the Son of God. It examines how Paul's conversion occurred only after the Ascension and how this fact plays a prominent role in his teachings about Jesus and about the apocalypse. It discusses this aspect of Paul's Christianity together with specific aspects of the apocalypse that Paul deals with in his writings. The three ages of the apocalypse as seen by Paul are also examined.
Outline
The End of the World (1 Cor. 15)
The Resurrection (1 Cor 15 continued)
The Restoration of the World (Romans 8)
The Coming of Christ (1 Thessalonians 4)

From the Paper
"First, the end of the world as depicted by Paul in his first epistle to the Corinthians (Chapter 15:20-28) is considered. This is a celebration of God, who will come and reign over everything and everyone. Secondly, and closely related to this is Paul's view of the resurrection (1Cor15:20-28), during which the earth and human beings are made new to conform to the spiritual realm. Thirdly Paul's description of the restoration of the world in Romans 8:18-25 is considered. Here the premise is the hope that every Christian lives in that the suffering experienced in the world will end in glory. Finally, the way in which Paul deals with the coming of Christ in his first epistle to the Thessalonians (Chapter 4:13-18) is considered. Here Paul continues the theme of hope in terms of being reunited with those who have passed away."

Tags:jesus, god, ascension, christianity, christ

Abstract
This paper examines who the apostle Paul was, from his beginnings as the Jewish Pharisee, Saul of Tarsus, to his dramatic Damascus road conversion experience, to his profound spiritual insight as a man who walked in the spirit realm. Paul's mysticism is discussed.

From the Paper
"The apostle Paul was a man who embodied the Christian experience before Christ had even been crucified. Starting out life as Saul the Pharisee, a self-confessed enemy of Christians, Paul had a life-changing experience on the road to Damascus and converted to Christianity, becoming the very picture of how even the most contrary sinner can be changed through an encounter with the Lord. Once converted, Paul became one of the most committed Christians in Jesus' time, preaching the Gospel and enduring imprisonment at Rome..."

Tags:mysticism, Paul, Jesus, Christian, Christianity, Saul, Judaism, Jew, Jewish, Pharisee, Gamaliel, conversion

Abstract
It is the purpose of this paper to examine the Book of Paul and writings about him that illustrate his conversion and his journey's end.

Tags:the, apostle, paul

Abstract
In this article, an analysis of sections of the New Testament is provided. In this analysis, the writer demonstrates that the role played by Peter the Apostle in the work and for Christianity is one of primacy. The writer explains that this is due to Peter representing the primary model of Christian faith and behavior.

From the Paper
"In the New Testament, Peter the Apostle is one of the most significant of Jesus' twelve apostles. Simon ben Jonah is Peter's original name but when Jesus encountered Simon and his brother fishing, he said Thou art Simon the son of Jona thou shalt be called Cephas, which is interpreted Peter. There are numerous mentions of Peter, later Saint Peter, during his apostolic life in the New Testament Gospels and Acts. It is in ... "

Tags:Acts, Gospels, I Corinthians, baptism, God, Christ, penance, salvation, Paul, Peter, Rome, crucifixion

Abstract
This essay is in the form of a letter from the Apostle Matthew to Paul. The letter cogently outlines Matthew's points of disagreement with Paul on issues of doctrine, practice and adherence to the laws according to the Old Testament.

From the Paper
"Dear Paul,
"I have come upon your letter written to the people of Galatia and I am appalled that you take the laws of the Torah so lightly. You claim that you received a revelation from Jesus Christ and are; therefore, an apostle of Jesus. How then could you have misunderstood the reason for his existence here on earth? You have stated, "A man is not justified by observing the law, but by faith in Jesus Christ" and that "by observing the law no one will be justified." You are preaching this to Gentile Christians, telling them they are not required to obey the Law of Moses. You do this because you believe Jesus came to abolish the Jewish laws, while the opposite is true."

Tags:bible, galatians, law, letter, matthew, paul, response, torah, new, testament

Abstract
The paper briefly discusses the author, the circumstances and the historical period surrounding the writing of the letter, the culture of the age, the main themes and characters mentioned by Paul in his epistle (and why they are important), the "then and there" meaning of the text, the "here and now" meaning as we read it in the twenty-first century, and - not least of all - what impact this excerpt from the New Testament has had upon this writer. In the final analysis, the paper concludes that Paul's letter captures the spirit of his time, the pressures under which he and the church labored, the high expectations all Christians were (and are) expected to satisfy, and - most of all - the letter is a didactic bit of prose shedding light on what true Christian leadership is.

Tags:biblical, studies, paul

Abstract
This paper examines the life of the Apostle Paul. The paper provides a biography of Paul's life and discusses Paul's qualifications for the work which God called him to perform. The paper also discusses Paul's first, second and third mission within the timeline of his life.

Outline:
Introduction
His Life
Significance of Paul
Conclusion

From the Paper
"Paul has often been credited with making sure that the Christian faith became a universal faith. While there were many important names in the bible who helped to create the foundational universal nature of the Christian faith, Paul traveled the world to do it and the fact that he had been a rabbi gave his word a significant amount of creditability during the process. "
"Another contributor to the great significance that Apostle Paul had when it came to the Christian faith was his writing ability. While many of the Lord's followers were able to produce speeches and talks that were guided by the Lord, Paul had an extremely talented writing ability. This was during a time in which educated people who could write well were highly regarded, respected and revered. Paul was one of those people so much so that even from his house arrest status and his time in jail he was able to write down the things that he wanted the world to know about the Christian faith and have it spread in that manner . "

Tags:Christian, faith, Jesus, Lord, church