Life in Antioch: The Church's First Missionary Hub

LIFE IN ANTIOCH
The Church's First Missionary Hub

In the book of Acts, Antioch emerges as a vibrant center of faith, culture, and mission. Life in Antioch explores the city where believers were first called Christians and where the early church took bold steps into a wider world. Known for its trade routes, diverse population, and cultural energy, Antioch became the launch point for Paul's missionary journeys and a key place where the gospel spread across boundaries.

Drawing from Scripture, history, and archaeology, this book paints a vivid picture of life in Antioch during the first century. It shows how the city's setting-both Roman and cosmopolitan-shaped the church's growth and challenges. From bustling markets and temples to house gatherings of believers, Antioch stood at the crossroads of cultures and faith.

Inside this book, you'll explore:

The history and importance of Antioch in the Roman Empire

How Jews and Gentiles lived side by side in a diverse urban setting

The story of Barnabas, Paul, and the early church in Antioch as recorded in Acts

How worship, teaching, and fellowship shaped the Christian community

Antioch's role as the starting point for missionary journeys into Asia Minor and beyond

Archaeological and historical insights into the city's streets, buildings, and daily life

The lasting significance of Antioch as a model of faith, diversity, and mission

From crowded marketplaces to the gathering of believers in prayer, Life in Antioch invites readers to see how the early church grew in one of the great cities of the ancient world. This book brings to life the setting of the church's first missionary hub and its role in shaping the spread of Christianity.