We stated in the introduction that Calvinism has its roots in the views of St. Augustine. This man was also largely responsible for the acceptance of amillennialism into mainstream Christianity, and the Roman Catholic doctrine that the Catholic Church is now God’s Kingdom on earth. Prior to his conversion in the fourth century, Augustine was … Continue reading Free Will & the Early Church – Calvinism – Part 11
The earliest Christian writers did not only write to interact among themselves (as those mentioned in the previous article). They also interacted directly with the outside world, both with the Jews and with the Greeks and Romans. The greatest of these, who wrote extensively in defence of apostolic Christianity, was Justin Martyr. The term “Martyr” … Continue reading 4. The Early Christian Apologists -Evolution of God
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
Living as a Christian in this World 