Category: Christian Teaching

2. Corruption in Apostolic Times – Nicolaitans and Cerinthus

by Raymond, posted in Foundational

The corruption of early Christian monotheism emerged during the apostolic age, as warned by Paul and Peter against false teachings infiltrating assemblies. Paul and Jude emphasized the necessity for believers to defend their faith against heresies propagated by figures such as the Nicolaitans and Cerinthus. John, residing in Ephesus, bolstered apostolic teachings through his writings, asserting the unity of Jesus as both Christ and man, countering contemporary heresies and reaffirming Christ's preexistence and incarnation.

1. The Evolution of God Series

by Raymond, posted in Foundational

1. Foundational Principles of Historical Research The RayOfLight2020 Blog aims to use the below principles developed by 4Winds Fellowships to ensure that doctrines are biblical and consistent with the whole counsel of the bible. These guide the handling of Scripture and provide a cross-check against theological conclusions. The original Scriptures are infallible in the original … Continue reading 1. The Evolution of God Series

Early Christians had a Great Hope

by Raymond, posted in Foundational

By Tim Warner, Copyright © http://www.4windsfellowships.net The earliest Christian apologists and martyrs testified to the true hope of the early Church which was handed down to them by the Apostles. It was not some vague notion of heaven which tempered their wills to stare down wild beasts, or stand immovable on the pyre while the … Continue reading Early Christians had a Great Hope

Will We Become Immortal in the Resurrection?

by Raymond, posted in Immortal Soul

Resurrection is obviously required in order for the saints to live again[10] and obtain “eternal life.” A common misnomer that Christians have with regard to the resurrection is that our bodies will become inherently immortal. This is largely due to the influence that Platonism has had on Christianity. Platonism’s “immortality of the soul” teaches the existence of a non-corporeal “soul” that is itself inherently immortal. The Bible claims God alone possesses this quality. Man is dust, will return to the dust and only resurrection will provide him again with conscious life. After resurrection life will still be dependent on God. This is why Paul uses language concerning the Resurrection that indicates we will not possess immortality inherent to ourselves. The language he uses for our bodies after the Resurrection describes immortality as if it’s a garment to be worn over our flesh.

Christian Intimacy & Sexuality

by Raymond, posted in Foundational

The Divine Union Genesis 2:18,21-24 18 And the LORD God said, "It is not good that man should be alone; I will make him a helper comparable to him."  … 21 And the LORD God caused a deep sleep to fall on Adam, and he slept; and He took one of his ribs, and closed … Continue reading Christian Intimacy & Sexuality

Marriage & Gender Roles – From the Beginning of the Creation

by Raymond, posted in Foundational

This concept may seem strange to modern “westernized” Christians. But, our pop culture’s thinking regarding gender roles, equality, a 50-50 partnership, etc., is an anomaly in world history. The role of the man as head and priest of his wife and family has been unquestioned tradition in Jewish and Christian societies from the creation until recent times.

Can Salvation Be Lost Once It Has Been Given?

by Raymond, posted in Foundational

Moreover, it is our aim to show that apostasy does not only occur when a person openly and consciously renounces faith in God, but is also a result of persistent, long-term sinning. We hope that this article will strengthen people in the truth and warn them of this deceptive false teaching.

Honesty In Marriage

by Raymond, posted in Christian Teaching

1 Peter 3:1-4 “Wives, likewise, be submissive to your own husbands, that even if some do not obey the word, they, without a word, may be won by the conduct of their wives, when they observe your chaste conduct accompanied by fear. Do not let your adornment be merely outward—arranging the hair, wearing gold, or … Continue reading Honesty In Marriage

Godly Modesty in Clothing

by Sarah, posted in Christian Teaching

Matthew 6:28-30  "So why do you worry about clothing? Consider the lilies of the field, how they grow: they neither toil nor spin;   and yet I say to you that even Solomon in all his glory was not arrayed like one of these.   Now if God so clothes the grass of the field, which today … Continue reading Godly Modesty in Clothing

Was the Devils Name Really Lucifer?

by Raymond, posted in Christian Teaching

Preface I have been looking at this question of who is Lucifer and where did the name come from. It only appears once in the Bible which is very strange and in a strange context. I have been discussing this issue with someone and found that there is more to this to issue than meets … Continue reading Was the Devils Name Really Lucifer?