Leader in the Jerusalem Church • Early Church
Judas, called Barsabbas, was a leading member of the Jerusalem church and a prophet. Following the Jerusalem Council, he and Silas were chosen to accompany Paul and Barnabas to Antioch and deliver the council's letter concerning Gentile believers. Judas encouraged and strengthened the believers there.
Related: Silas, Paul, Barnabas, James
Scripture: Acts 15:22-35