According to Chilton, Paul and James never reached a genuine consensus on the future shape of Christianity. James allowed for the inclusion of Gentiles who were willing to practice at least token adherence to the law; Paul insisted that Gentiles were to be included in the people of God without regard for the law. Nevertheless, in the spring of 57 C.E., both men believed that a Pauline sacrifice in the temple could shore up support with their respective constituencies. Chilton explains: “In practical