In this article the author argues for a reconstruction of Pauls mission in which the prime focus of this mission is found in the proclamation of the gospel. It is argued that proselytising mission was a new, Christian habit, which was caused by the content of the gospel. The gospel intended the salvation of those who confessed Christ. Paul directed his proclamation of the gospel to the Gentiles because of his perception of the fundamental unity of Jew and Greek in Christ.