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Doctor Luke informs us that Cornelius “and all his household were devout and God-fearing. He gave generously to the people and prayed to God regularly.” (v.2)
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The angel God sent to him reports, “Your prayers and gifts to the poor have ascended as a memorial offering before God.” (v.4)
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His own servants describe Cornelius as “a righteous and God-fearing man with a good reputation among the whole Jewish nation.” (v.22)
His heart seems right, but it is clear his theological understanding is faulty at best. As Peter approaches his house, “Cornelius met [Peter] and fell at his feet to worship him”! (v.25)Peter’s first correction of Cornelius’ implicit theology is direct and firm: “Stand up … I am only a man myself.” (v.26)
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