In Acts, what event caused the dispersion of Christians and led to the spread of the Gospel among Gentiles?
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Correct Answer: Option B
Explanation:
The event that caused the dispersion of Christians and led to the spread of the Gospel among Gentiles was the stoning of Stephen. This event is recorded in Acts 7:54-60 and Acts 8:1. After Stephen's death, a great persecution broke out against the church in Jerusalem, and all except the apostles were scattered throughout Judea and Samaria.
The event that caused the dispersion of Christians and led to the spread of the Gospel among Gentiles was the stoning of Stephen. This event is recorded in Acts 7:54-60 and Acts 8:1. After Stephen's death, a great persecution broke out against the church in Jerusalem, and all except the apostles were scattered throughout Judea and Samaria.