Acts 16-18

In the beginning of Acts 16 we are introduced to Timothy. A Gentile believer in whom Paul and Silas saw potential for the work of evangelism. In verse 3 Paul persuaded TImothy to be circumcised. Then in verse 4 Timothy joined in sharing the message that obeying the Law of Moses was not a requirement for becoming a Christian. The principle seems to be this; in order to evangelize Jews the team must show respect for their beliefs. So how do we modern believers apply that principle to the lost people groups we seek to reach? First we need to understand their belief system. Not just the stereotypes but the depths; for in the depths we find the vacancy of God. Then we need to go where they are. Most importantly we need to identify with them.
Stuart