What Does It Mean To Be A Christian?

Christian

Christianity is an Abrahamic monotheistic religion based on the life and teachings of Jesus of Nazareth. The word ‘Christian’ refers to someone who is a follower of Jesus Christ. now, what then makes one a Christian? is it being baptized? confirmed? or belonging to groups in the church? A different viewpoint and explanation of what a Christian is can … Read more

Christianity And Relics.

Relics

Relic is a derivative of the Latin words reliquiae, which means “remains,” and “leave behind, or forsake.” A relic, in the broadest meaning, is a saint’s mortal remains, while a secular relic is anything that has come into contact with the saint. Christian religion places a strong emphasis on relics, followed by Buddhism, Islam, shamanism, … Read more

The 7 sacraments

The Church In Mission Strategy-Then And Now.

A sacrament is a Christian rite recognized as of particular importance and significance. There are various views on the existence and meaning of such rites. Many Christians consider the sacraments to be a visible symbol of the reality of God, as well as a channel for God’s grace. History Many Protestant churches, especially those that … Read more

THE DISPENSATIONS OF INNOCENCE (Genesis 2:7-3:24).

dispensation of innocence

The first dispensation is the Dispensation of Innocence (Genesis 1:28-30 and 2:15-17) God provided for Adam what He Himself desires, that is fellowship and communion with a being of like nature. This dispensation covered the period of Adam and Eve in the Garden of Eden. In this dispensation, God’s commands were to; (1) replenish the … Read more

DISPENSATION OF CONSCIENCE (Genesis 4:1 – 8:14).

Cain snd Abel in the Dispensation of Conscience

  In the dispensation of conscience, Man was let go by his conscience which has been awakened to know good and evil. Dispensation of Conscience. Gen. 4:1-8:14 This dispensation lasted about 1656 years from the Fall to the Flood. Adam and Eve by their disobedience became aware of four things: (1) of a principle and power … Read more