Who was the first Gentile to receive the Holy Spirit and be baptized, as mentioned...

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JAMB 2023

Who was the first Gentile to receive the Holy Spirit and be baptized, as mentioned in Acts?

A. Philip
B. Timothy
C. Cornelius
D. Barnabas

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Correct Answer: Option C

Explanation

The first Gentile to receive the Holy Spirit and be baptized, as mentioned in the book of Acts, was Cornelius. This event is recorded in Acts 10, where Peter is shown in a vision that the Gospel is for all people, not just the Jews, leading to the baptism of Cornelius and his household.

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