Tag: catechism
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Jesus Christ Lord – 3 Christ of the Christian Church
Christians of the early Church proclaimed Jesus Christ Lord confessing, “JESUS is Lord.” So far, we have been reminded that GOD is One – that is: Father, Son and Holy Spirit – Eternal (before all time and and after all time ceases to exist) – separated from His creation (including creatures), that is: Holy. Previously…
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DOCTRINE – WHO SAYS?
GOD IS One and FIRST Is God’s TRUTH not found in SCRIPTURE? “How long will you waver between two opinions? If the LORD is God, follow him. 1 Kings 18:21b CSB – the question of the Prophet Elijah to the sons of Israel and false prophets at Mount Carmel It’s a great QUESTION Elijah asks of…
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Theology always Begins with GOD
Truly, theology always begins and ends with God. Roger@TalkofJesus.com Theology EVERYONE studies God, whether they admit it or not. Even the avowed atheist must create an anti–theos atheology AGAINST God – θεός (theos). So what do YOU think about YOUR relationship to GOD? IS GOD not immutable and Truth unchanging? YES, of course; even IF…
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What is the Chief End of Man? – Our #1 question
Perhaps you know this first QUESTION (What is the chief end of man?) of the Westminster Divines, actually a shortened version of the original. I could ask the first question of the Westminster Catechism (teaching) a different way. What is the Highest Goal of Mankind? Mankind, of course, includes womankind, just as Scripture frequently includes…
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Creeds, Catechism, Confessions & Christ – What does your church teach?
Credo, meaning, “I believe.” Catechism – Teaching Church Doctrine summarized by Questions & Answers, formal teaching of Doctrines to members of a Church utilizing verbal recitation of questions and answers. Creed – I believe this.. Confession of Faith – We (the church) believe this.. & Catechism – Our church teaches these Doctrines: 1.. 2.. 3.. etc.…
