Monday, September 26, 2016

Story of the Church - Middle Ages, part 2: The Challenge of Islam

In the Middle Ages, Islam was born and expanding rapidly and aggressively, mostly over territory that had been under the influence of the church.  The church responded with the Crusades.  They were an utter failure.  Now we face a new challenge from Islam; it is at the center of our national debate.  How can we do better than our spiritual forefathers?


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Wednesday, September 21, 2016

Story of the Church - Middle Ages, part 1: Human Nature

"Follow Your Heart"

It seems to be the official advice of American culture reinforced across all corners of our culture from Apple to Disney to graduation speeches.  But is it really good advice?  What does the Bible say about human nature?  Are we basically good or basically evil?  

Tuesday, September 13, 2016

Story of the Church - Councils and Creeds, part 3: The Nature of Christ

Once the doctrine of the Trinity was affirmed, it led to natural questions about the nature of Christ in His humanity.  The answers to these questions give us understanding to how we can actually live like Jesus, as God has promised and as He has called us to live.


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