The church at Antioch was one of the first truly diverse spiritual communities. 🌍 Acts 13:1 lists its leaders: Barnabas (from Cyprus) Simeon called Niger (likely of African descent) Lucius of Cyrene (from modern-day Libya) Manaen (a childhood friend of royalty) Saul (the future Apostle Paul)
Mentioned in Acts 13:1 as a prophet and teacher in Antioch. Some traditions even consider him the first bishop of Cyrene! He’s a prime example of how "obscure obedience" changes the world—he helped send Paul and Barnabas on their first missionary journey. #BibleFacts #ChurchHistory #Lucius lucius-prophet
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