What did Paul and Barnabas do when the Jews rejected their message?

• A. They argued with the Jews.
• B. They abandoned the mission.
• C. They turned to the Gentiles.
• D. They sought support from the priests.

Answer: (C)

When the message is rejected by one group, the pattern shown here is to widen the reach rather than abandon the effort. After the Jews in the audience oppose and refuse the message, Paul and Barnabas explicitly shift their focus to the Gentiles. This move isn’t a retreat or a retreat into argument; it’s a purposeful turn to share the good news with a non-Jewish audience, aligning with God’s plan that salvation is for all nations. The moment also reflects an important biblical theme: the gospel begins with the Jewish people but extends to the ends of the earth, fulfilled through the apostles’ ministry to the Gentiles. So, the best answer captures the strategic pivot to the Gentiles, not abandonment, confrontation, or seeking help from priests.