Paul's mission was to preach the risen Lord among the Gentiles.
Les Feldick teaches that after his conversion on the road to Damascus, Paul was specifically commissioned by the ascended Lord to take the gospel to the Gentile world (non-Jews). He received his gospel by revelation directly from Christ, not from the twelve apostles, and did not immediately confer with them in Jerusalem.
Galatians 1:15-16 — This passage explicitly states Paul's mission to preach Christ among the Gentiles.
The Bible records Paul's own testimony of his commission. In Galatians 1:15-16, Paul writes, "But when it pleased God, who separated me from my mother's womb, and called me by his grace, to reveal his Son in me, that I might preach him among the heathen; immediately I conferred not with flesh and blood." (KJV) The term "heathen" here refers to the Gentiles, indicating that Paul's mission was directed toward non-Jewish peoples. This is consistent with Acts 26:16-18 where the risen Christ tells Paul, "I have appeared unto thee for this purpose, to make thee a minister and a witness both of these things which thou hast seen, and of those things in the which I will appear unto thee; delivering thee from the people, and from the Gentiles, unto whom now I send thee, to open their eyes, and to turn them from darkness to light, and from the power of Satan unto God, that they may receive forgiveness of sins, and inheritance among them which are sanctified by faith that is in me." (KJV) Furthermore, Paul emphasizes that he did not receive his gospel from men but by revelation of Jesus Christ (Galatians 1:12), and he went into Arabia before consulting the apostles in Jerusalem (Galatians 1:17).
Les Feldick emphasizes that Paul's conversion marked a dramatic turning point in God's program. Immediately after his encounter on the Damascus road, Paul did not rush to Jerusalem to learn from the twelve apostles; instead, he went into Arabia for three years to receive revelations directly from the ascended Lord. Les points out that Paul's mission was specifically to the Gentiles, as stated in Galatians 1:16, and that this was a unique commission distinct from Peter's ministry to the Jews. Les also notes that Paul later returned to Jerusalem after 14 years, not to be authenticated, but by revelation, to communicate the gospel he preached among the Gentiles to the Jewish believers, thereby showing the divine origin of his message.
No. Les Feldick highlights that Paul, immediately after his conversion, did not go to Jerusalem to confer with the apostles. Instead, he went into Arabia for three years, receiving revelations from the ascended Lord. This is based on Galatians 1:16-17 where Paul says, "I conferred not with flesh and blood, neither went I up to Jerusalem to them which were apostles before me; but I went into Arabia." Les uses this to show that Paul's authority and gospel came directly from Christ, not from the twelve.
Yes. Les Feldick teaches that Paul's mission was specifically to the Gentiles. He points to Galatians 1:16 where Paul says "that I might preach him among the heathen" (i.e., Gentiles). Les also notes that before Paul's conversion, the gospel was going only to Jews, as seen in Acts 11:19 where they preached to Jews only. Paul's conversion and commission changed that, opening the door to the Gentile world.
Paul received his gospel by direct revelation from the risen Lord, not through the twelve apostles. Les Feldick emphasizes this by noting that Paul went to Arabia after his conversion, where he spent three years receiving revelations. He did not go to Jerusalem to be instructed by Peter and the others. This is confirmed in Galatians 1:12 where Paul says he received it "by the revelation of Jesus Christ." Les sees this as essential to understanding Paul's unique apostleship.
Paul's Divine Appointment
Les explains that some doubted Paul's apostleship because he hadn't walked with Jesus, but he defends his divine appointment, referencing Acts 9 as the first account of his conversion.
Purpose of Conversion
Les asks what happened in Acts 9, the conversion of Saul, and hints that it was for a specific purpose leading to his mission.
Revelation of Christ
Les teaches that Paul received revelations from the ascended Lord in Arabia for three years, so he could take the gospel to the Gentile world.
No Conferring with Flesh
Les stresses that Paul did not immediately go to Jerusalem to be instructed by the twelve; he was independent of their authority.
Immediate Obedience
Les recounts that it would have been natural for Paul to consult Peter and the others, but he went to Arabia instead, emphasizing his direct commission.
Jerusalem Visit After 14 Years
Les notes that 14 years after his conversion, Paul went to Jerusalem by revelation, not to be taught, but to communicate his gospel to the church leaders.
Recounting Conversion
Les mentions that Paul recounts his conversion and his ministry to Gentiles before Jewish leaders in Acts 22, showing his faithfulness to his mission.
Gospel Among the Gentiles
Les explains that Paul identified his gospel as the one he preached among the Gentiles, distinct from any other, fulfilling his commission.
Galatians 1:15-16: But when it pleased God, who separated me from my mother's womb, and called me by his grace, to reveal his Son in me, that I might preach him among the heathen; immediately I conferred not with flesh and blood,
Paul states his divine calling and mission to preach to the Gentiles, immediately after his conversion.
Galatians 1:17: Neither went I up to Jerusalem to them which were apostles before me; but I went into Arabia, and returned again unto Damascus.
Shows that Paul did not consult the apostles but went to Arabia, indicating his direct revelation from Christ.
Galatians 1:12: For I neither received it of man, neither was I taught it, but by the revelation of Jesus Christ.
Clarifies that Paul's gospel came directly from Christ, not from human teachers.
Acts 26:16-18: But rise, and stand upon thy feet: for I have appeared unto thee for this purpose, to make thee a minister and a witness both of these things which thou hast seen, and of those things in the which I will appear unto thee; delivering thee from the people, and from the Gentiles, unto whom now I send thee, to open their eyes, and to turn them from darkness to light, and from the power of Satan unto God, that they may receive forgiveness of sins, and inheritance among them which are sanctified by faith that is in me.
Jesus directly commissions Paul to go to the Gentiles, opening their eyes and turning them from darkness.
Yes, Paul's mission was to preach the risen Christ to the Gentiles, as revealed in Galatians 1:16. He received this commission directly from the ascended Lord, not from the twelve apostles.
Paul did not go to Jerusalem because his gospel came by revelation from Jesus Christ, not from men. He went to Arabia for three years to receive divine instruction (Galatians 1:12,17).
Yes, Paul's primary mission was to the Gentiles, as seen in Galatians 1:16 and Acts 26:17-18. He was specifically sent to open their eyes and turn them from darkness to light.
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