"It has rekindled interest in the early church.
The final installment of the 1st-century Christian series makes its world debut.

1st Century Christianity Series Part 3
Inviting you to a complete mission that is completed through life!

"My name is Publius.
I believe that anyone who has read “The Story of a First-Century Church Service” and “The Story of a Day in the Life of a First-Century Christian” will not have forgotten me.
The reason I'm writing this now is because my life is on the verge of changing completely.
I'd like to give you a sort of progress report on what's going on.
Wishing you all well."

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Publius, a first-century convert, speaks through his life about what a complete mission is!

This is the final installment of the "Story of the First-Century Church Worship," which recreated the early church based on historical data and created a great stir. It is the final installment of the "First-Century Christian" series, which continues from "Worship-Daily Life-Mission."
While 『A Story of a First-Century Church Service』 describes the strange experiences of the protagonist Publius, who attended a new religious gathering in Rome, 『A Story of a Day in the Life of a First-Century Christian』 describes the protagonist's acceptance of the group's creed and the changes that began to appear in various areas of his life as a result.
Having emphasized in the previous chapter that there can be no separation between faith and daily life, the author now states in the final chapter that "God's mission" is possible in all aspects of daily life.

I was delighted and grateful that readers responded positively to “A Day in the Life of a First-Century Christian,” following “A Story of a First-Century Church Worship.”
As soon as the second volume was published, IVP Korea contacted me to publish the third volume of the “First Century Christian Series,” and since I was also planning “The Missionary Story of a First Century Christian,” I gladly accepted.… I hope that as you read these stories, you will not only gain a new perspective on some of the Bible passages, but also discern the greater power of God in your daily life and work.

--- p.9-10

Until now, I have tried to keep every part of my life open to the influence of my devotion to the one God and Savior.
And through this, my life is being shaped.
This is true not only at home but also at work, in social and leisure activities, as a citizen and in political interests.
Although I have experienced some change in all of these areas, God is now showing me that I need to be more intentional about how I spread His message through my words and actions.

--- p.16

However, knowing that he was facing a family crisis, they decided to extend the loan repayment period without additional interest.
One of my business colleagues thought I was crazy for doing this.
But I knew what it meant to be given a second chance by God, and I felt I had to do something about it.
--- p.18-19

Over the next few days, Junia and I discussed this matter and felt compelled to follow Priscilla and Aquila's suggestion.
Through these possibilities, my eyes were opened to how God could use me to expand His own business through my business outside of Rome.
--- p.33-34

During my short stay in Tusculum, I spread my opinions in several prestigious residences.
Three of my clients have agreed to nominate me and support the additional financial request.
I took their reaction as a positive sign that my plan was on the right track.
Now it is in God's hands whether I will be successfully elected.

--- p.43

I'm always looking for funny jokes about bankers to make people feel comfortable about my job.
As we joke around with each other, we find ourselves opening up to talk about church.
Because the church is a place where people feel comfortable laughing and having fun together.

--- p.45

Missions is not just the work of a typical missionary; it is God's creative and redemptive work for the whole world, in which all of God's people participate throughout their lives.
The life of the financier Publius is no different from the missionary lives of Priscilla and Aquila, the ambassador Paul, and our lives as well.
Every condition and crisis in life is an opportunity and a place for discipleship and mission.
The recognition and encouragement of Aquila and Junia come as a holy laying on of hands.
“You are participating in Jesus’ mission through your work.”
--- p.86

We need highly qualified Christian scholars and theologians, but we need even more Publius, who listens to the Holy Word in the world, lives theology, and gives rise to theology.
Before God's work comes out of the theology about God, theology comes out of God's work and love.
Our lives are like that too.

--- p.87