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Barnabas must be ranked as one of the truly great men of the Early Church. He was a worthy peer of Paul, but has been overshadowed by his more gifted companion. He was a gracious personality, characterized by his generous disposition and keenness to discern the spiritual potentialities of others.
Apr 18, 2024 · Scripture tells us that Barnabas “was filled with joy,” “was a good man, full of the Holy Spirit and strong in faith,” and was a powerful evangelist. It also says he “encouraged the believers to stay true to the Lord” (Acts 11:23-24).
Jan 4, 2022 · Who was Barnabas in the Bible? Answer. In the book of Acts, we find a Levite from Cyprus named Joses ( Acts 4:36 ), whom the apostles called Barnabas. That nickname, translated “Son of Encouragement” ( Acts 4:36-37) or “Son of Exhortation” was probably given to him because of his inclination to serve others ( Acts 4:36-37, 9:27) and his ...
Saint Barnabas, important early Christian missionary mentioned in the New Testament and one of the Apostolic Fathers. He may have authored the non-canonical Letter of Barnabas or possibly the Biblical Letter to the Hebrews. Learn more about his life and missions.
Barnabas keeps a consistent strategy: put this young leader forward. Let him have the word. Two Roles and Two Costs. And so behind the emergence of the greatest missionary and the greatest theologian is the aging Barnabas, humbly giving way to the explosive young leader named Paul.
Barnabas taught the attainment of salvation by the suffering of the Lord and man’s obedience to the commandments spiritually interpreted. Baptism and the hope of the cross bring eternal life (XI, 11).
Barnabas was a good man, full of the Holy Spirit and full of faith. When he reached Antioch and saw how God had blessed the people, he was glad. He encouraged all the believers in Antioch always to obey ...
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