The Conversion of Cornelius
A Roman centurion and his household become among the first Gentile converts to Christianity, highlighting the universal scope of the Gospel.
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In a groundbreaking moment for the early Church, Cornelius, a devout Roman centurion, received a divine vision urging him to seek out the apostle Peter. When Peter arrived, he preached the Gospel, and the Holy Spirit fell upon Cornelius and his household just as it had on Jewish believers.
This event broke down longstanding barriers, affirming that salvation through Jesus is available to all, regardless of ethnic or cultural background.
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The conversion of Cornelius marked a major turning point, opening the door for the Gospel to reach the Gentile world.