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This concept is significant in both the Old and New Testaments, highlighting God's inclusive plan for salvation and His desire for all nations to know Him.<br><br><b>Old Testament Context</b><br><br>In the Old Testament, the Hebrew Scriptures occasionally mention Gentiles who acknowledge and worship the God of Israel. These individuals are often depicted as recognizing the sovereignty and power of Yahweh, the God of Israel, and aligning themselves with His people. An example can be found in the account of Ruth, a Moabite woman who declares her loyalty to Naomi and her God, saying, "Your people will be my people, and your God will be my God" (<a href="/ruth/1-16.htm">Ruth 1:16</a>). Ruth's account exemplifies the inclusion of Gentiles who fear God into the community of Israel.<br><br>The prophets also envision a future where Gentiles will come to worship the God of Israel. <a href="/isaiah/56-6.htm">Isaiah 56:6-7</a> speaks of foreigners who join themselves to the Lord, serving Him and loving His name, and promises that God will bring them to His holy mountain and make them joyful in His house of prayer.<br><br><b>New Testament Context</b><br><br>In the New Testament, the concept of Gentiles who fear God becomes more prominent, especially in the context of the early Christian church. The Book of Acts provides several accounts of Gentiles who are described as "God-fearers." These were non-Jews who were attracted to Judaism and its monotheistic beliefs but had not fully converted to Judaism through circumcision and adherence to all the Mosaic Law.<br><br>One notable example is Cornelius, a Roman centurion described as "a devout man who feared God with all his household" (<a href="/acts/10-2.htm">Acts 10:2</a>). Cornelius is portrayed as a man of prayer and charity, and his account marks a pivotal moment in the early church as he becomes the first recorded Gentile convert to Christianity. Peter's vision and subsequent visit to Cornelius' house underscore the message that "God does not show favoritism, but welcomes those from every nation who fear Him and do what is right" (<a href="/acts/10-34.htm">Acts 10:34-35</a>).<br><br>The Apostle Paul also addresses the inclusion of Gentiles in the people of God. In <a href="/romans/2-14.htm">Romans 2:14-15</a>, Paul acknowledges that Gentiles, who do not have the Law, can still act according to its requirements, demonstrating that the law is written on their hearts. This further emphasizes that God's salvation is available to all who fear Him, regardless of ethnic or cultural background.<br><br><b>Theological Significance</b><br><br>The inclusion of Gentiles who fear God highlights the universal scope of God's redemptive plan. It underscores the biblical theme that God's covenant blessings are not limited to ethnic Israel but extend to all who seek Him in faith and reverence. This theme is consistent with the Great Commission, where Jesus commands His disciples to "make disciples of all nations" (<a href="/matthew/28-19.htm">Matthew 28:19</a>), affirming that the gospel is for everyone.<br><br>The presence of God-fearing Gentiles in the biblical narrative serves as a reminder of God's desire for a diverse and inclusive community of believers united by faith in Him. It challenges believers to embrace and welcome all who seek to know and worship the one true God, regardless of their background or heritage.</div></div><div id="centbox"><div class="padcent"><a name="sub" id="sub"></a><div class="vheading2">Subtopics</div><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/g/gentiles.htm">Gentiles</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/ttt/g/gentiles_without_the_law.htm">Gentiles without the Law</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/ttt/g/gentiles--blasphemous_and_reproachful.htm">Gentiles: Blasphemous and Reproachful</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/ttt/g/gentiles--called--greeks.htm">Gentiles: Called: Greeks</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/ttt/g/gentiles--called--heathen.htm">Gentiles: Called: Heathen</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/ttt/g/gentiles--called--nations.htm">Gentiles: Called: Nations</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/ttt/g/gentiles--called--strangers.htm">Gentiles: Called: Strangers</a></p><p class="pspc"><a 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