At the root of the term "apologetics" is "apology". NO, we are not talking about saying "I'm sorry" here. Let's take a closer look as to its actual meaning & origin. Dictionary.com noun, ( used with a singular verb) 1. the branch of theology concerned with the defense or proof of Christianity. Etymonline.com apologetics "branch … Continue reading Apologetics
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Soteriology
The study of salvation or, more specifically, the doctrine of salvation from our sins. Etymology: (from etymonline) "1847, in reference to health; 1864 in reference to salvation, from German soteriologie, from Greek soteria "preservation, salvation," from soizein "save, preserve," related to sos "safe, healthy," of uncertain origin (perhaps from PIE root *teue- "to swell"). With … Continue reading Soteriology
Eschatology
The study of final things. This area of study is more directly an area of study within theology unlike epistemology - which was more directly an area of study from philosophy. It is concerned with studying and understanding what has been revealed about the end of times - the end of the world as we … Continue reading Eschatology
Epistemology
Epistemology - a big word referring to the study of knowledge itself. This isn't as cut and dry to define as some areas of study as it is effectively a branch of philosophy but still an important one for those studying the Scriptures. "Theory of knowledge" is another common definition of this area of study. … Continue reading Epistemology
Theology – part 2
There are many subcategories or areas of study within theology - each with their own names. You will be seeing these as we progress through this series. For now, I want to zero in on an issue that some quibble over on the topic and that is in regards to division. Theological differences have created … Continue reading Theology – part 2
Theology – part 1
Theology is commonly defined as the study of God. From etymonline.com: [mid-14c., "the science of religion, study of God and his relationship to humanity," from Old French theologie "philosophical study of Christian doctrine; Scripture" (14c.), from Latin theologia, from Greek theologia "an account of the gods," from theologos "one discoursing on the gods," from theos … Continue reading Theology – part 1
Nicea
There's a lot of confusion around what is known of the Council of Nicea and I'd like to set the record straight. First, it was the first official council to call bishops from all over the Roman empire. It was called as the Roman Emperor Constantine saw division within Christianity and he desired unification to … Continue reading Nicea
More Than
God is more than love. He is justice. He is truth. He is immutable, holy, righteous, sovereign, merciful, triune and more. The characteristic people like most is love, but how is love defined? Mankind has tried to define it in many ways and its many definitions either have flawed components/additions or are pale shadows of … Continue reading More Than
Bearing
“If anyone comes to me and does not hate father and mother, wife and children, brothers and sisters—yes, even their own life—such a person cannot be my disciple. 27 And whoever does not carry their cross and follow me cannot be my disciple." NIV Luke 14:26-27 To "bear our cross" as His disciples means to value … Continue reading Bearing
Paedobaptist
This is a simple definition of terms article. Paedobaptist = child baptizer, these are those who baptize their children in the Christian faith. This is different from credobaptist which quite literally means "I believe baptist". In other words, credobaptists are those Christians who believe only those who profess faith in Christ is to be baptized. … Continue reading Paedobaptist
Monergist Gratia 