Church of the City New York The Fifth Act | Living in the Final Act - Suzy Silk
Jul 28, 2025
The discussion highlights the groundbreaking integration of Gentiles into early Christianity, shifting from strict Jewish laws to a faith centered on grace. Key moments from the Jerusalem Council reveal vital insights for modern congregations. The historical rift between Jews and Gentiles is examined, paired with hopes for future unity. The importance of recognizing Jesus as the Messiah for Jewish believers and the call for a revival are emphasized. Practical steps for sharing faith in a diverse society, particularly in urban settings, culminate in a heartfelt call to action.
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God's Story: The Fifth Act
- The "fifth act" metaphor shows God's story as a five-act drama, with us living in the final act empowered by the Holy Spirit.
- This act involves Jesus' disciples empowered to join God's redemptive work globally as faithful witnesses.
End of Days Key Marks
- The Old Testament prophets consistently mark the end of days with a Messiah, a restored Israel, and inclusion of Gentiles.
- These elements lead to the eternal kingdom where all nations worship God in a new Jerusalem.
Jesus Fulfills Prophecy and Salvation
- Jesus fulfills the messianic prophecies as a Davidic king who obeyed God's law, died for sin, and rose again.
- The gospel then brings Jewish and Gentile believers together by grace through faith, not law adherence.