They weren't - we see "the remnant" from around the Roman empire receiving the Holy Spirit on the Day of Pentecost. There's only one church, one bride and one gospel. The early "Christian" church was comprised 100% of "Jews/Israelites". It wasn't until some time later that Gentiles were added to the Church. Today the way is open to everyone - Jew and Gentile alike!.
They weren't - we see "the remnant" from around the Roman empire receiving the Holy Spirit on the Day of Pentecost. There's only one church, one bride and one gospel. The early "Christian" church was comprised 100% of "Jews/Israelites". It wasn't until some time later that Gentiles were added to the Church. Today the way is open to everyone - Jew and Gentile alike!.