Church History 9 min read The Rise of the Baptists The Baptist denomination, one of the largest Protestant groups worldwide, has a rich and somewhat complex origin story that intertwines with the broader history of Christianity. That said, I have
Apologetics 6 min read Can You See God and Live? Exploring Biblical Contradictions and the Divinity of Jesus One frequent objection I encounter from Muslims, Atheists, and even some non-Trinitarians revolves around the claim that "In the Old Testament, no one has seen God and lived; therefore,
Christian Life 4 min read From Sabbath to Sunday: The Theological Shift to Sunday Worship One question I frequently encounter, especially from those exploring or coming from a Jewish background, is why do Christians worship on Sunday rather than Saturday. At first glance, this might
Doctrine 6 min read Scripture, Reformers, and Contraception: Navigating the Protestant Divide On December 3rd, X user The Layman Apologist posted a poll asking if contraceptives are sinful. Contrceptives are sinful:December 3, 2024 The poll results were as follows: Protestant: Yes
Christian Life 11 min read Why I am who I am. The phrase “I am who I am” is a translation of the Hebrew verb “ehyeh asher ehyeh” (אהיה אשר אהיה) in Exodus 3:14, where God speaks to Moses from
Doctrine 10 min read The Forsaken Savior: Understanding Jesus' Cry from the Cross "How, when Jesus was on the cross, did He take on all human sin as God forsook Him?" This question that has puzzled theologians for centuries takes us
Church History 20 min read The Winds of Change: Exploring the Protestant Reformation In the shadow of medieval Europe, where the Church's towering influence loomed over both the spiritual and physical realms, a storm was brewing. This storm, later known as
Apologetics 4 min read Does the Shema Destroy the Trinity? Explore how the Shema, declaring God's oneness, aligns with Christian Trinitarian theology. Understand "Echad" as unity in diversity.
Church History 15 min read The Council of Nicaea: A Pivotal Moment in Christian Doctrine The Council of Nicaea, convened in 325 AD, stands as one of the most significant events in the history of Christianity. This council was the first ecumenical gathering of the
Denomination 11 min read What Is Calvary Chapel? Beliefs, Practices, & History Discover Calvary Chapel: from its Jesus Movement roots to its global impact, explore its unique blend of biblical teaching and spiritual openness.
Doctrine 9 min read Understanding the Filioque Controversy Explore the Filioque Controversy: its historical roots, theological impacts, and the ongoing quest for unity in Christian doctrine.
People 6 min read Who Was John of Wessel? A Reformer Who Prefigured the Reformation Discover John of Wessel: The pre-Reformer who challenged the Church and inspired Luther. Explore his legacy in theology and education
People 7 min read Who Was Peter Waldo: A Merchant Who Inspired a Movement Peter Waldo, a 12th-century merchant turned reformer from Lyons, challenged the Church with his embrace of poverty and lay preaching, sowing seeds for the Protestant Reformation.
Christian Life 7 min read True Repentance: A Comprehensive Guide Discover true repentance in Christianity: Transform your life with our guide to understanding Jesus' call for spiritual renewal and transformation.
People 10 min read Who Was John Wycliffe: The Morning Star of the Reformation John Wycliffe, often hailed as the "Morning Star of the Reformation," was an English theologian, philosopher, and reformer whose ideas set the stage for the religious revolution that
Doctrine 7 min read What Is Cessationism? The Debate Over Divine Gifts Cessationism is a theological stance that posits the miraculous gifts of the Holy Spirit, such as tongues, prophecy, and healing, ceased with the Apostolic Age. This perspective, deeply intertwined with
Doctrine 7 min read What is Continuationism? Exploring the Ongoing Debate in Christian Practice Continuationism is a theological perspective within Christianity that posits the miraculous gifts of the Holy Spirit, such as speaking in tongues, prophecy, and healing, have not ceased but continue to
People 9 min read Who Was Jan Hus? A Reformer Who Laid the Groundwork for the Reformation Jan Hus, often anglicized as John Hus, was a pivotal figure in the history of Christianity, whose life and death significantly influenced the trajectory of religious reform in Europe. Born
