God’s Design

Paul speaks to the assembly in Athens, distressed that it is a city full of idols and the Greeks don’t know the God of Israel. He notices an altar made to “an unknown god” and begins laying down the foundation that will connect this altar to Jesus, the Son of God. He starts by sharing how God made the world and everything in it, including nations and their boundaries. Even the order of the nations has been crafted by God so that people can know Jesus. As one who has traveled across borders, Paul recognizes that boundaries and government play a crucial role in accomplishing God’s mission...