Did the Original Christian Church Adopt Pagan Influences?
Jan 09, 2010 How did the original Christian Church, started by Jesus and the apostles resist pagan influences? How did Martin Luther fight against Catholic teachings and the paganized Christianity that had developed as the Catholic Church? I have rephrased a confusing question, trying to answer what I think was being asked. This is something of a loaded question. I will do my best to answer it and hope that I am understanding exactly what is being asked. First the original movement started by Jesus changed significantly after his death and resurrection. Prior to his death he was a Jew living under the Law, leading fellow Jews, living under the Law. The Day of Pentecost (Acts 2) started a VERY difficult process in motion which led to the following changes: • Hellenized Jews from all over the Roman empire (not living under the sacrificial laws) joined the movement • Gentiles joined the movement which led to serious conflicts (Acts 15) never resolved until 70 AD when the Temple was destro
