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Emperor Constantine assembled over 300 church leaders to try and resolve an issue that threatened to divide the church. What they affirmed about the nature of God has become the definitive statement of Christian belief for the last 1700 years. Let’s look at the creed and consider why it’s so important.
The Apostles’ Creed offers a concise summary of historic Christian belief. This guide explains each section of the creed, shows why it has shaped discipleship for centuries, and helps believers understand and share the foundational truths at the heart of our faith.
Many Christians are nervous of creeds assuming that they put tradition in the place of the Scriptures. But the Bible itself contains creeds, and historic confessions have guarded the church from error. This post explains why creeds matter and how they serve biblical faithfulness.
Many Christians fear they’ve committed the unforgivable sin. What did Jesus mean by blasphemy against the Holy Spirit? This post looks at the context to give clarity to Jesus’ warning and shows how fear itself points to hope in Christ.
The Bible says Satan has been bound, cast down, and defeated—yet it also warns that he prowls like a roaring lion. This post explores how those truths fit together and what they reveal about the devil’s power in our lives today.
With so many Christian denominations, you can get the impression that nobody agrees. That’s not the case. There are 3 main differences between Christian denominations and one question you can ask to decide between them.
Brian McLaren says, “The kingdom of God is not a ticket to heaven but a call to transform this world through love and justice.” Have we got it wrong? Are Christians too preoccupied with the life to come? If we stop talking about heaven will that make us more useful here on earth? The Bible presents an interesting balance.
It’s hard to understand sometimes what God is thinking when we face painful circumstances. Knowing God could have prevented the trial we’re going through makes us question His heart toward us. Is He cold, stern, and uncaring? Does He just stand aloof and watch us suffer?
Is heaven the next stop for those who trust in Jesus? Or do we go through a cleansing fire first? Understanding the history and biblical basis for purgatory helps us prepare for the afterlife and appreciate the great hope of the gospel.
Is faith about seeking answers or embracing uncertainty? Progressive Christianity celebrates questioning, but the Bible speaks of a faith once delivered, to be believed and defended. This post examines Scripture’s view on truth, doubt, and whether certainty is narrow-minded.
