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- Ancient Church History: The History of BaptismThroughout the early history of baptism theology remained consistent, but the mode changed dramatically. The practice of baptism in Church History was influenced by the Roman Empire. The theology in the history of baptism was grounded in God.
- Jesus Admonished ChristianityA brief overview of chapters 1 and 2 of the book of Revelation. The letters to the seven churches are a history in advance of Christianity from its birth at Pentecost to what is called is scripture "the last days."
- Has Anyone Seen Jesus? a Sermon Based on Luke 1:41-52Have you ever found yourself wandering around wondering "Where's Jesus?" It was like He was here just a minute ago and then "poof" He seemed to disappear.
- Christian Hall of Fame in Canton, OhioIf you would like to see paintings honoring Christians from the early church to the present hour, visit the Christian Hall of Fame in Canton, Ohio.
- The Real Christian ChurchThe Modern day Church is broken. We need to go back to the basics. This article/sermon takes a look at the early Church in Acts two to see where we have gone wrong, and what we can do to get back on track.
Christian Education in the Early ChurchThe persecution of the early church made it difficult for most Christian communities to participate in serious theological discourse.- A Different View of ChristianityReligious sacrifice and prayer has been a way for many people to show their faith. There are thousands of religions that have grown over the decades.
Did the Early Church Really Believe Jesus was God?A short examination of the Christian claim that Jesus is God through the early church's understanding of Jesus' deity.- A Biblestudy on Acts 8Biblestudy on Acts 8. Looks how we deal with unfulfilled promises of God, what motivates us, and how can witness through daily life.
- Bible Study Lesson: Introduction to the Acts of the ApostlesI recently taught a Bible study on the book of the Acts of the Apostles. This article provides an introduction to the study, as well as provides some history and context.
- Baptism, the Eucharist, and the Graveyard Practices of the Early ChurchEach of the three sacraments: baptism, the Eucharist, and graveyard practices of the early church were used as tools of unification and marked the church as a new type of organization.
- Global Christianity: Past, Present and Future Effects of Global ReligionThe shift in the global population to the Southern hemisphere will have dramatic effects on the world at large.
Baptisms Within the Book of Acts: Why Baptism Is Not Just A SymbolIs baptism important? What does the Bible say about baptism and what examples are given to us? This discussion examines the examples of baptism within the book of Acts.- Studying Christian Church HistoryChristian church history is fascinating. Read this article to learn reasons why people study church history and learn tips for studying it yourself.
- Turned the World Upside DownHitting the Streets with the Gospel
- The Early ChurchA Lesson on The Church and that it is here yet today
- Dating the Early ChurchUsing the Scriptures and historical information to reconstruct a likely chronology of Acts 1-18.
- A Compilation of Wit, Thoughts and Observations About ChristianityEverywhere you look, there it is; religion. It's more heavily advertised than cola and clearly more addictive than nicotine and caffeine combined.
- Creating a Successful Church History Curriculum for AdultsThe curriculum I have designed is written for a college/adult level church history class.
- Deification, Mormonism and the Early ChurchA critique of LDS scholars Stephen Robinson's definition of deification, and his identifying the early church fathers as "Mormons"
- Seeing JesusCan we “be Jesus" to those who need to see Him? Perhaps it would be better if we ourselves attempt to SEE Jesus.
ChurchBeing a member of a church is very important and going with children to church is a great help in teaching children the values we cherish.- Folk Religion Vs. Christianity Part 2The many Christians who have read and enjoyed books like Heaven Is For Real need to recognize their doctrinal ignorance and make an effort to correct the problem. They need to study God's word in depth on a daily basis and insist on solid Bible teaching
- Study Finds Going to Church Regularly Lessens DepressionA group of psychologists has undertaken an extensive study that shows that going to church regularly correlates to less depression
A Spiritual Overview of the Eastern Orthodox ChurchWith 300 million followers, the Eastern Orthodox Church is the second largest united branch of Christianity on the face of the Earth. Here is a brief look at the major beliefs, history, and traditions of the Eastern Orthodox Church.
If Christians Can't Get Along...Who Can? Part 2More about Christians getting along.- Why Do We Go to Church?Discussion of the reasons why we go to church.
- Christianity and BeyondFacing the reality of a mother dying of a particularly painful form of cancer, the thought of death and the life thereafter frightened me. I needed answers.
- How to Find a Sense of Community After Leaving ChristianityTips and advice on how to find a sense of community after leaving Christianity, including links to online communities designed to those searching for answers.
Are You Religious or Spiritual? Understanding the DifferenceHave you ever wondered whether there's a difference between being religious and being spiritual? Well, there is. To help those curious to better understand, this article aims to clearly explain those differences.
Why Do (most) Christians Worship on Sunday?This article discusses the scriptural and historical reasons why Christians worship on Sunday.- Christian History as 24-Hour DayThe way many Evangelicals experience Christianity is relatively new. Starting with the crucifixion, let one hour equal 84 years. At what time did important Christian events occur?
- Baptism - the Purpose of Getting BaptizedChristianity is practiced by many people and baptism plays an important role to every Christian. Here is an explanation of the purpose of baptisms.
- Top 3 Odd Objects Bearing Jesus' LikenessWhat other objects in history gained popularity because they look like Jesus? Why is this no laughing matter to those who love these objects?
- Christianity is NOT a ReligionCatholicism is a religion. Eastern Orthodox is a religion, Presbyterian is a religion, Baptist is a religion, Lutheran is a religion, and there are many other "denominations" which claim to be Christian, but Christianity is not a Religion.
Going to ChurchDo you remember the first time that you attended church? Do you remember the first time that you were saved? Do you remember the first time that you were baptized? Think about it.
What is Ascension Day?This article considers the development and meaning of Ascension Day in the Christian Year.
What is a Theban Christian? (Part Three)Actions Not of This World
When Going to Church Becomes a Sinful ActMany wonder if it is a sin to NOT go to church. Can we not ask, "Is it not a sin when we attend church for the wrong motives?" Attending church can be an act of despicable selfishness. This article discusses good and bad reasons for attending church.- Did Jesus Rise from the Dead?The center point of the Christian faith is the Resurrection of Jesus Christ. Disprove the resurrection and Christianity falls. This article summarizes the major lines of evidences that support this historical fact.
