What are doctrines? From a Christian perspective, doctrines are simply teachings that are found in Scripture. Put another way, everything taught in Scripture fits under the word “doctrine.” But, what does that mean from a practical point of view, and why does it matter? Continue reading “What are Doctrines and Why do They Matter?”
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Charismatic vs Evangelical
The two major sides in Christian circles revolve around these two words. Most people take these sides whether they know it or not. I believe this is the case because it is in human nature to go to extremes. The chasm caused by these two words is, quite frankly, despicable. Christians are supposed to be unified, but we are probably the most divided “unified” group out there, and the words “Charismatic” and “Evangelical” are at the center of it.
Continue reading “Charismatic vs Evangelical”What is Truth?
The age-old question: What is Truth? In today’s world, truth is relative to each person. Each person has their own “truth.” The problem that we run into is that truth isn’t truth unless it is true at every point in time, and to everyone. My personal truth, unless it meets those requirements, is only an opinion. Additionally, there is more to truth than just facts. Truth is reality, and facts point to (or should point to) reality, but they are not reality in and of themselves. Facts can be misinterpreted. Facts can also be falsified. It happens all the time. Continue reading “What is Truth?”
