Why the Apostles Stayed in Jerusalem: Israel vs. The Church

B5L7 Why did the twelve apostles stay in Jerusalem even after persecution scattered the other believers? In this Bible study, Les Feldick examines Acts 1, Matthew 19, and Galatians 1 to explain the massive difference between the "Gospel of the Kingdom" preached by Peter and the "Gospel of Grace" revealed to Paul. You will learn why the disciples initially struggled to understand the cross and how God’s plan shifted from "Jew only" to the Gentiles. Les Feldick clarifies the distinction between "revelation" (direct from God) and "instruction" (learning from others), showing that Paul received his message directly from the ascended Christ. This lesson is essential for understanding the transition from Law to Grace and why the Church is distinct from Israel in God's plan. 00:00 – Introduction: The Disciples’ Blindness to Prophecy 02:41 – "Restore the Kingdom to Israel": Peter’s Expectation (Acts 1:6) 04:55 – Jesus’ Promise: Twelve Thrones for the Twelve Tribes (Matt 19:28) 07:50 – Why Did the Apostles Stay in Jerusalem? 10:20 – "Jew Only" Preaching in the Early Church (Acts 11:19) 13:00 – The Turning Point: God Calls Paul to the Gentiles 15:50 – Revelation vs. Instruction: Paul’s Unique Gospel (Galatians 1) Watch more lessons from Les Feldick Bible Study to deepen your understanding of Scripture. Subscribe for more clear, verse-by-verse Bible teaching. #LesFeldick #BibleStudy #Acts #ApostlePaul #Dispensationalism #ChristianTeaching