Timeline of New Testament Events

Our New Testament timeline presents a concise overview of God’s remarkable redemptive work through Jesus Christ, His apostles, and the early Church, unveiling the final chapters in the grand biblical narrative. Beginning with the birth of Christ in Bethlehem and culminating with John’s Revelation vision, this timeline highlights the crucial milestones that shaped the early Christian community and established a global movement of faith. As we chart each event—Jesus’ ministry, death, resurrection, and ascension; the coming of the Holy Spirit at Pentecost; the explosive growth of the Church—believers gain a deeper appreciation of the careful orchestration behind each unfolding event. By placing these moments in historical sequence, we can better grasp both the immediate impact and the enduring relevance of Christ’s message, seeing more clearly how the New Testament continues to transform hearts and minds across generations.

AD 49

Claudius Expels Jews From Rome

After issues with riots between Greeks and Jews, Claudius expelled Jews from Rome. Since Christians were still considered part of the Jewish faith by the Roman Empire, they were expelled too. Priscilla and Aquila — Paul’s co-laborers in founding the church in Rome — were brought to the knowledge of Jesus while they were refugees from persecution under the emperor Claudius, having fled Rome for a time (Acts 18:2; Romans 16:3).

  1. 4 BC — Jesus, the "Second Adam" is born
  2. AD 8 — Jesus Interacts With the Elders in the Temple
  3. AD 27 — Jesus Begins His ministry
  4. AD 30 — Jesus’ Crucifixion
  5. AD 30 — Jesus’ Resurrection
  6. AD 34 — Saul of Tarsus (Paul) sees Jesus on the way to Damascus
  7. AD 38 — Peter Witnesses to Cornelius
  8. AD 49 — Claudius Expels Jews From Rome
  9. AD 55 — Paul Writes to the Galatians
  10. AD 70 — Roman Conquest of Jerusalem
  11. AD 95 — John Exiled to Patmos