This is the tenth message in a series I am calling "The WHY series." To be given the evening of December 29, 2019.
For more resources from Pastor Marvin McKenzie and Bible Baptist Church of Puyallup, WA, please visit http://www.bbcpuyallup.org
This document discusses the historiography of Baptist origins and provides an overview of church history. It outlines four basic views of Baptist origins: 1) Successionism, 2) Continuation of biblical teaching, 3) Spiritual kinship with Anabaptists, and 4) English Separatism. The professor takes a position between views 3 and 4, finding some connection between early English Baptists and the Swiss Brethren but that Baptists truly emerged from the English Separatist movement. The document also outlines seven eras of church history and six waves of reform from the German Reformation to the present.
This document provides an introduction to a lecture on Baptist history given at Piedmont Baptist College. It explains that studying Baptist history is important for several reasons: it is part of the college's heritage as a Baptist training institution; it provides a balanced history rather than suggesting Baptists have a monopoly on truth; and it gives theological certainty. The document also outlines the key Baptist principles or distinctives, which are scriptural principles that distinguish Baptists from other Christian movements. These principles are summarized with the acronym BRAPSIS, standing for Bible as sole authority, redeemed church membership, autonomy of local churches, priesthood of all believers, soul liberty, immersion and communion as ordinances, and separation of church and
Baptists believe in key doctrines such as the authority of the Bible, salvation through faith in Jesus Christ alone, the security of salvation, and a literal heaven and hell. Baptists also practice believer's baptism by immersion and local church autonomy. However, knowledge of Baptist beliefs and history has declined in recent decades due to various factors such as the disappearance of training programs in churches.
1. The document discusses Moberg's model of church development, including stages of incipient organization, formal organization, maximum efficiency, and institutionalization. It analyzes the development of Adventism through these stages from 1844 to the present.
2. In the early incipient stage, Adventism was characterized by dissatisfaction with other churches, charismatic leaders, and collective religious experiences. It later formalized through organizations like the Michigan Conference in 1861 and General Conference in 1863.
3. The maximum efficiency period from 1901-1956 saw rational organization replacing charismatic leadership, and movements toward unity, growth of institutions, and engagement with the wider world. Some question if Adventism has now entered the
Martin Luther nailed 95 theses to the church door in Wittenberg, Germany on October 31, 1517 to protest corrupt practices in the Roman Catholic Church and promote salvation by faith alone according to the Bible. The theses criticized the selling of indulgences and doctrine of earning salvation through good works. This sparked the Protestant Reformation which led to changes in Christian doctrine and divisions between the Catholic and Protestant churches.
Session Viii Key Forms Of The Church In Historykelbud
1. Eastern Orthodox ecclesiology views the church as an icon of the Trinity, focusing on salvation through deification and deliverance from corruption rather than Western views of guilt and sin.
2. Lutheran ecclesiology sees the church as both just and sinful, consisting of saints and sinners, and emphasizing the priesthood of all believers and the means of grace through Word and sacrament.
3. Pentecostal/Charismatic ecclesiologies developed as grassroots, experiential movements emphasizing the empowerment of believers by the Holy Spirit in worship, with no single model but generally viewing the church as a fellowship rather than an institution.
Many prominent Adventist figures throughout history have left the church, often due to doctrinal disagreements, loss of power or position within the church, or feelings of humiliation or mistreatment. Some key reasons for leaving included questioning beliefs such as the investigative judgment or Ellen White's prophetic role, rejecting the church organization structure, and tensions over issues like biblical interpretation, lifestyle choices, and cultural insensitivity. Studies also show that a significant percentage of those born into Adventism or converted as children will eventually leave the church.
The Protestant Reformation began in the 16th century as a religious reform movement that divided Western Christianity into Catholic and Protestant branches. Martin Luther, a German monk and theology professor, nailed his 95 Theses criticizing Catholic Church practices like indulgences to a church door in 1517. This sparked the Reformation. Luther questioned Church doctrine on salvation and advocated faith alone rather than faith plus good works. He was excommunicated in 1521 but his ideas spread rapidly with the help of the printing press. The Reformation divided Europe and led to new Protestant movements like Calvinism and Anabaptism, while the Catholic Church launched its own reforms through figures like Ignatius of Loyola and councils like Trent.
This document discusses the historiography of Baptist origins and provides an overview of church history. It outlines four basic views of Baptist origins: 1) Successionism, 2) Continuation of biblical teaching, 3) Spiritual kinship with Anabaptists, and 4) English Separatism. The professor takes a position between views 3 and 4, finding some connection between early English Baptists and the Swiss Brethren but that Baptists truly emerged from the English Separatist movement. The document also outlines seven eras of church history and six waves of reform from the German Reformation to the present.
This document provides an introduction to a lecture on Baptist history given at Piedmont Baptist College. It explains that studying Baptist history is important for several reasons: it is part of the college's heritage as a Baptist training institution; it provides a balanced history rather than suggesting Baptists have a monopoly on truth; and it gives theological certainty. The document also outlines the key Baptist principles or distinctives, which are scriptural principles that distinguish Baptists from other Christian movements. These principles are summarized with the acronym BRAPSIS, standing for Bible as sole authority, redeemed church membership, autonomy of local churches, priesthood of all believers, soul liberty, immersion and communion as ordinances, and separation of church and
Baptists believe in key doctrines such as the authority of the Bible, salvation through faith in Jesus Christ alone, the security of salvation, and a literal heaven and hell. Baptists also practice believer's baptism by immersion and local church autonomy. However, knowledge of Baptist beliefs and history has declined in recent decades due to various factors such as the disappearance of training programs in churches.
1. The document discusses Moberg's model of church development, including stages of incipient organization, formal organization, maximum efficiency, and institutionalization. It analyzes the development of Adventism through these stages from 1844 to the present.
2. In the early incipient stage, Adventism was characterized by dissatisfaction with other churches, charismatic leaders, and collective religious experiences. It later formalized through organizations like the Michigan Conference in 1861 and General Conference in 1863.
3. The maximum efficiency period from 1901-1956 saw rational organization replacing charismatic leadership, and movements toward unity, growth of institutions, and engagement with the wider world. Some question if Adventism has now entered the
Martin Luther nailed 95 theses to the church door in Wittenberg, Germany on October 31, 1517 to protest corrupt practices in the Roman Catholic Church and promote salvation by faith alone according to the Bible. The theses criticized the selling of indulgences and doctrine of earning salvation through good works. This sparked the Protestant Reformation which led to changes in Christian doctrine and divisions between the Catholic and Protestant churches.
Session Viii Key Forms Of The Church In Historykelbud
1. Eastern Orthodox ecclesiology views the church as an icon of the Trinity, focusing on salvation through deification and deliverance from corruption rather than Western views of guilt and sin.
2. Lutheran ecclesiology sees the church as both just and sinful, consisting of saints and sinners, and emphasizing the priesthood of all believers and the means of grace through Word and sacrament.
3. Pentecostal/Charismatic ecclesiologies developed as grassroots, experiential movements emphasizing the empowerment of believers by the Holy Spirit in worship, with no single model but generally viewing the church as a fellowship rather than an institution.
Many prominent Adventist figures throughout history have left the church, often due to doctrinal disagreements, loss of power or position within the church, or feelings of humiliation or mistreatment. Some key reasons for leaving included questioning beliefs such as the investigative judgment or Ellen White's prophetic role, rejecting the church organization structure, and tensions over issues like biblical interpretation, lifestyle choices, and cultural insensitivity. Studies also show that a significant percentage of those born into Adventism or converted as children will eventually leave the church.
The Protestant Reformation began in the 16th century as a religious reform movement that divided Western Christianity into Catholic and Protestant branches. Martin Luther, a German monk and theology professor, nailed his 95 Theses criticizing Catholic Church practices like indulgences to a church door in 1517. This sparked the Reformation. Luther questioned Church doctrine on salvation and advocated faith alone rather than faith plus good works. He was excommunicated in 1521 but his ideas spread rapidly with the help of the printing press. The Reformation divided Europe and led to new Protestant movements like Calvinism and Anabaptism, while the Catholic Church launched its own reforms through figures like Ignatius of Loyola and councils like Trent.
Adventism and Catholicism. Changing Attitudes ?niwres
- Historically, Seventh-day Adventists held strongly anti-Catholic views and teachings, identifying the Catholic Church as the prophesied "Babylon" and "beast" power. They produced significant publications warning about Catholic influence and conspiracy.
- However, over time Adventist attitudes changed. They began recognizing cruelty on both sides of the Protestant-Catholic divide. Vatican II reforms also lessened anti-Catholic stances. Adventists now have more open relationships with other Christian denominations.
- Some early Adventist pioneers like Ellen White warned about dangers of "worldly Protestantism" as well, but the church later downplayed this to seek acceptance from conservative Protestants. Meetings in the 1950
The document provides an overview of key aspects of Christianity including:
1) Jesus' crucifixion and resurrection are the main stories of origin in Christianity and are celebrated during Easter.
2) The Bible, consisting of the Old and New Testaments, is the main holy text of Christianity and describes Jesus' life and miracles.
3) Core Christian beliefs include that Jesus was the son of God, performed miracles, was crucified and resurrected, and will return someday.
John Calvin was a French theologian born in 1509 who experienced a conversion to Protestantism in 1533. He fled to Geneva during religious wars and served as a pastor to French refugees, continuing his studies and writing. His most famous work, Institutes of the Christian Religion, addressed issues of church governance and morality. Calvin incorporated the reformed church into Geneva's city government, attracting Protestant refugees. His theology emphasized literal scripture interpretation and the doctrines of predestination and the elect.
The document provides an overview of the Protestant Reformation and the Catholic Counter-Reformation. It discusses key figures like Martin Luther who protested corrupt Catholic Church practices and sparked the Reformation. Luther believed in justification by faith alone rather than good works. The document also outlines other Protestant groups like Calvinists and Anabaptists. Additionally, it discusses the Catholic Church's response through reforms initiated by figures like Francis of Assisi and councils like Trent to address issues within the Church.
Christianity originated from the teachings of Jesus Christ. Key beliefs include that Jesus was the son of God, was resurrected after being crucified, and sacrificed himself to save humanity from sin. The Christian Bible consists of the Old and New Testaments. Symbols of Christianity include the ichthys symbol, the Holy Trinity, and the Alpha and Omega symbols. Churches share common features like crosses but vary in style, size, and traditions. Rites of passage include communion, baptism, and confirmation. Major holidays are Lent, Easter, Christmas, and Holy Week. Christianity spread rapidly after Jesus' death and Paul's missionary work, becoming the world's largest religion by the 4th century CE.
The document discusses Christian witness in a postmodern world. It summarizes several resources that address this topic, including works by George Carey, Roger Lundin, Lieven Boeve, and David Smith. Some of the key themes discussed are finding new frontiers for witnessing, emphasizing service over power, and how to approach truth and interpretation in a postmodern context. The resources explore how Christianity can adapt to postmodernity while maintaining its core teachings, and how the church can engage in mission through dialogue, contextualization, and working for justice.
Radical discipleship lesson 7 church history iAndre Fernandez
The Anabaptists were a radical Protestant Christian movement that emerged in 16th century Europe. They believed that baptism should only be administered to adult believers who have experienced a personal spiritual regeneration, rather than infant baptism. As a result of these beliefs, they were heavily persecuted by both Catholic and Lutheran authorities. Some key Anabaptist beliefs included discipleship as a daily walk, love expressed through pacifism and mutual aid, congregational church governance by believers, and a separation of church and state. They sought to return to their view of apostolic and New Testament Christianity.
There are three main points in the document's summary of the history of Seventh-day Adventist views on the Trinity:
1) Up until 1890, most Adventist literature opposed the eternal deity of Jesus and personhood of the Holy Spirit. Ellen White later played a critical role in confirming the eternal deity of Jesus and concept of a three-person Godhead.
2) Between 1890-1900, a new emphasis on Jesus emerged following the 1888 conference, and Ellen White published views affirming Christ's underived divine nature. However, the church remained divided on this until the 1930s.
3) By the 1930s-1950s, an increasing majority accepted the eternal deity of Christ and Holy Spirit as
The document discusses the Byzantine Catholic tradition, which originated from Eastern Orthodox Christians that reunited with the Roman Catholic Church after the Great Schism of 1054. Byzantine Catholic Churches are in full communion with the Pope but maintain their own liturgical traditions and spiritual heritage. They are structured into patriarchal, major archiepiscopal, and metropolitan churches headed by bishops. Byzantine Catholics celebrate the Christian life through daily prayer cycles and annual cycles of movable and fixed feasts centered around the Paschal Mystery.
The document discusses the history and origins of Martin Luther and the Protestant Reformation. It then discusses projections that the Seventh-day Adventist Church will have nearly 50 million members by 2020, most of whom will have been members for less than 20 years. The rest of the document discusses the increasing diversity within the SDA Church in terms of ethnicity, age, and views on doctrinal issues.
John Calvin was a prominent 16th century theologian and reformer. He was born in 1509 in France and studied law but later turned to theology. Calvin faced persecution for his beliefs and had to flee France, eventually settling in Geneva where he ministered and wrote extensively. Though both loved and hated for his strong views, Calvin sought to base his theology squarely on Scripture. He worked tirelessly until his death in 1564, leaving a significant legacy through his writings and establishing the Reformed tradition.
St. Teresa of Avila made an enormous contribution to Christians' understanding of contemplative prayer. She came up with a metaphor of a castle to help explain this type of non-verbal prayer. In her book Interior Castle, she compared a Christian's interior prayer life to a castle with many rooms, with each room representing a deeper level of prayer and union with God. This metaphor helped many in Christianity better understand contemplative prayer. St. Teresa believed that through silent prayer, Christians could progress through the rooms of the castle to achieve closer union with God within themselves.
2. The Reformation, Scientific Revolution, And Theguest0b2554
The document discusses the Protestant Reformation, Catholic Counter Reformation, and church reforms. It provides background on key figures like Martin Luther and John Calvin, and events like the Council of Trent. The Council of Trent from 1545-1563 discussed Catholic doctrines and enacted reforms in response to the Protestant Reformation, reaffirming the supremacy of the Pope and traditions of the Catholic church. The document examines different viewpoints on the motives and impacts of the Protestant Reformation.
John Calvin was a major figure of Protestantism. He was born in France in 1509 and wrote the influential book Institutes of the Christian Religion in 1536. Calvin believed in predestination, the idea that God determines what happens in history and whether individuals are saved or not. Calvinism holds that humans are incapable of choosing salvation due to their sinful nature, and that God alone decides who will be saved. Calvin's ideas emphasized divine sovereignty and predestination over free will. He died in Geneva in 1564.
The multiplicity of religions in the usa isabel correctedWaldorf Oberberg
The document discusses the diversity of religions in the USA, including:
- Christianity is the largest affiliation at 78.5%, but there are also many other religions represented.
- Examples of different religious groups and their beliefs are given, including Creationism, Electronic Churches, and Mormons.
- Creationists believe the Bible literally and reject evolution. Electronic Churches combine evangelism, entertainment, and requests for donations on TV and online. Mormons believe Christianity degraded and the Book of Mormon contains the true gospel.
- The American Dream values both faith in God and self-reliance.
Religion has always played an important role in American history and culture. The majority of early European settlers were Protestant Christians from England, and Protestant values had a strong influence on the development of American society. While the US has separation of church and state, religion remains intertwined with politics. Today, around 70% of Americans identify as Christian, with the largest denominations being Protestant (50%) and Catholic (24%).
The Great Awakening was a religious revival movement in the 1730s-1740s where followers accepted that they were sinners and sought salvation through an intense, emotional "new birth" religious experience. It challenged the authority of established Congregationalist and Anglican churches, promoting the idea that anyone could experience conversion without traditional church leadership. Major figures like George Whitefield and Jonathan Edwards helped lead this movement and the new Presbyterian, Methodist, and Baptist churches that grew out of it, with Whitefield achieving particular popularity through his preaching.
The document discusses the history of Christian missions from the 1st to the 21st century. It covers major periods and events, including:
1) The early spread of Christianity from the 1st to 5th centuries through the Roman Empire.
2) The conversion of barbarian tribes from the 5th to 8th centuries and the evangelization of the Vikings from the 8th to 12th centuries.
3) The mixed success of efforts to convert Muslims from the 12th to 16th centuries, known as the "Winning the Saracens" period.
4) The age of European colonialism and expansion of missionary movements worldwide from the 16th century onward, called the period of
The document provides information about the roles and responsibilities of bishops and archbishops in the Catholic Church. It discusses that bishops are successors to the apostles and are given the duties of teaching, governing, and sanctifying the faithful in their diocese. The Archbishop of Philadelphia, Charles Joseph Chaput, has the responsibility of leading the Church in Philadelphia.
The document summarizes the history and key beliefs of various Protestant denominations. It describes Martin Luther founding Lutheranism in the 1500s and other denominations arising from leaders like John Calvin, John Wesley, and Alexander Campbell. It outlines differences between conservative/evangelical and mainline Protestant churches and between liturgical and contemporary styles of worship. It also provides an overview of the origins and spread of Pentecostalism in the early 20th century.
The document provides an overview of the history and theology of the Protestant Reformation and various Protestant denominations that emerged from it. It begins with Martin Luther in the early 1500s questioning Catholic doctrine and translating the Bible into German. This led to the establishment of Lutheranism and other denominations like Calvinism, Anglicanism, Anabaptism, and later Methodist, Baptist and Restorationist churches. It also discusses divisions between conservative and mainline Protestantism as well as the rise of Pentecostalism and charismatic Christianity in the 20th century.
Adventism and Catholicism. Changing Attitudes ?niwres
- Historically, Seventh-day Adventists held strongly anti-Catholic views and teachings, identifying the Catholic Church as the prophesied "Babylon" and "beast" power. They produced significant publications warning about Catholic influence and conspiracy.
- However, over time Adventist attitudes changed. They began recognizing cruelty on both sides of the Protestant-Catholic divide. Vatican II reforms also lessened anti-Catholic stances. Adventists now have more open relationships with other Christian denominations.
- Some early Adventist pioneers like Ellen White warned about dangers of "worldly Protestantism" as well, but the church later downplayed this to seek acceptance from conservative Protestants. Meetings in the 1950
The document provides an overview of key aspects of Christianity including:
1) Jesus' crucifixion and resurrection are the main stories of origin in Christianity and are celebrated during Easter.
2) The Bible, consisting of the Old and New Testaments, is the main holy text of Christianity and describes Jesus' life and miracles.
3) Core Christian beliefs include that Jesus was the son of God, performed miracles, was crucified and resurrected, and will return someday.
John Calvin was a French theologian born in 1509 who experienced a conversion to Protestantism in 1533. He fled to Geneva during religious wars and served as a pastor to French refugees, continuing his studies and writing. His most famous work, Institutes of the Christian Religion, addressed issues of church governance and morality. Calvin incorporated the reformed church into Geneva's city government, attracting Protestant refugees. His theology emphasized literal scripture interpretation and the doctrines of predestination and the elect.
The document provides an overview of the Protestant Reformation and the Catholic Counter-Reformation. It discusses key figures like Martin Luther who protested corrupt Catholic Church practices and sparked the Reformation. Luther believed in justification by faith alone rather than good works. The document also outlines other Protestant groups like Calvinists and Anabaptists. Additionally, it discusses the Catholic Church's response through reforms initiated by figures like Francis of Assisi and councils like Trent to address issues within the Church.
Christianity originated from the teachings of Jesus Christ. Key beliefs include that Jesus was the son of God, was resurrected after being crucified, and sacrificed himself to save humanity from sin. The Christian Bible consists of the Old and New Testaments. Symbols of Christianity include the ichthys symbol, the Holy Trinity, and the Alpha and Omega symbols. Churches share common features like crosses but vary in style, size, and traditions. Rites of passage include communion, baptism, and confirmation. Major holidays are Lent, Easter, Christmas, and Holy Week. Christianity spread rapidly after Jesus' death and Paul's missionary work, becoming the world's largest religion by the 4th century CE.
The document discusses Christian witness in a postmodern world. It summarizes several resources that address this topic, including works by George Carey, Roger Lundin, Lieven Boeve, and David Smith. Some of the key themes discussed are finding new frontiers for witnessing, emphasizing service over power, and how to approach truth and interpretation in a postmodern context. The resources explore how Christianity can adapt to postmodernity while maintaining its core teachings, and how the church can engage in mission through dialogue, contextualization, and working for justice.
Radical discipleship lesson 7 church history iAndre Fernandez
The Anabaptists were a radical Protestant Christian movement that emerged in 16th century Europe. They believed that baptism should only be administered to adult believers who have experienced a personal spiritual regeneration, rather than infant baptism. As a result of these beliefs, they were heavily persecuted by both Catholic and Lutheran authorities. Some key Anabaptist beliefs included discipleship as a daily walk, love expressed through pacifism and mutual aid, congregational church governance by believers, and a separation of church and state. They sought to return to their view of apostolic and New Testament Christianity.
There are three main points in the document's summary of the history of Seventh-day Adventist views on the Trinity:
1) Up until 1890, most Adventist literature opposed the eternal deity of Jesus and personhood of the Holy Spirit. Ellen White later played a critical role in confirming the eternal deity of Jesus and concept of a three-person Godhead.
2) Between 1890-1900, a new emphasis on Jesus emerged following the 1888 conference, and Ellen White published views affirming Christ's underived divine nature. However, the church remained divided on this until the 1930s.
3) By the 1930s-1950s, an increasing majority accepted the eternal deity of Christ and Holy Spirit as
The document discusses the Byzantine Catholic tradition, which originated from Eastern Orthodox Christians that reunited with the Roman Catholic Church after the Great Schism of 1054. Byzantine Catholic Churches are in full communion with the Pope but maintain their own liturgical traditions and spiritual heritage. They are structured into patriarchal, major archiepiscopal, and metropolitan churches headed by bishops. Byzantine Catholics celebrate the Christian life through daily prayer cycles and annual cycles of movable and fixed feasts centered around the Paschal Mystery.
The document discusses the history and origins of Martin Luther and the Protestant Reformation. It then discusses projections that the Seventh-day Adventist Church will have nearly 50 million members by 2020, most of whom will have been members for less than 20 years. The rest of the document discusses the increasing diversity within the SDA Church in terms of ethnicity, age, and views on doctrinal issues.
John Calvin was a prominent 16th century theologian and reformer. He was born in 1509 in France and studied law but later turned to theology. Calvin faced persecution for his beliefs and had to flee France, eventually settling in Geneva where he ministered and wrote extensively. Though both loved and hated for his strong views, Calvin sought to base his theology squarely on Scripture. He worked tirelessly until his death in 1564, leaving a significant legacy through his writings and establishing the Reformed tradition.
St. Teresa of Avila made an enormous contribution to Christians' understanding of contemplative prayer. She came up with a metaphor of a castle to help explain this type of non-verbal prayer. In her book Interior Castle, she compared a Christian's interior prayer life to a castle with many rooms, with each room representing a deeper level of prayer and union with God. This metaphor helped many in Christianity better understand contemplative prayer. St. Teresa believed that through silent prayer, Christians could progress through the rooms of the castle to achieve closer union with God within themselves.
2. The Reformation, Scientific Revolution, And Theguest0b2554
The document discusses the Protestant Reformation, Catholic Counter Reformation, and church reforms. It provides background on key figures like Martin Luther and John Calvin, and events like the Council of Trent. The Council of Trent from 1545-1563 discussed Catholic doctrines and enacted reforms in response to the Protestant Reformation, reaffirming the supremacy of the Pope and traditions of the Catholic church. The document examines different viewpoints on the motives and impacts of the Protestant Reformation.
John Calvin was a major figure of Protestantism. He was born in France in 1509 and wrote the influential book Institutes of the Christian Religion in 1536. Calvin believed in predestination, the idea that God determines what happens in history and whether individuals are saved or not. Calvinism holds that humans are incapable of choosing salvation due to their sinful nature, and that God alone decides who will be saved. Calvin's ideas emphasized divine sovereignty and predestination over free will. He died in Geneva in 1564.
The multiplicity of religions in the usa isabel correctedWaldorf Oberberg
The document discusses the diversity of religions in the USA, including:
- Christianity is the largest affiliation at 78.5%, but there are also many other religions represented.
- Examples of different religious groups and their beliefs are given, including Creationism, Electronic Churches, and Mormons.
- Creationists believe the Bible literally and reject evolution. Electronic Churches combine evangelism, entertainment, and requests for donations on TV and online. Mormons believe Christianity degraded and the Book of Mormon contains the true gospel.
- The American Dream values both faith in God and self-reliance.
Religion has always played an important role in American history and culture. The majority of early European settlers were Protestant Christians from England, and Protestant values had a strong influence on the development of American society. While the US has separation of church and state, religion remains intertwined with politics. Today, around 70% of Americans identify as Christian, with the largest denominations being Protestant (50%) and Catholic (24%).
The Great Awakening was a religious revival movement in the 1730s-1740s where followers accepted that they were sinners and sought salvation through an intense, emotional "new birth" religious experience. It challenged the authority of established Congregationalist and Anglican churches, promoting the idea that anyone could experience conversion without traditional church leadership. Major figures like George Whitefield and Jonathan Edwards helped lead this movement and the new Presbyterian, Methodist, and Baptist churches that grew out of it, with Whitefield achieving particular popularity through his preaching.
The document discusses the history of Christian missions from the 1st to the 21st century. It covers major periods and events, including:
1) The early spread of Christianity from the 1st to 5th centuries through the Roman Empire.
2) The conversion of barbarian tribes from the 5th to 8th centuries and the evangelization of the Vikings from the 8th to 12th centuries.
3) The mixed success of efforts to convert Muslims from the 12th to 16th centuries, known as the "Winning the Saracens" period.
4) The age of European colonialism and expansion of missionary movements worldwide from the 16th century onward, called the period of
The document provides information about the roles and responsibilities of bishops and archbishops in the Catholic Church. It discusses that bishops are successors to the apostles and are given the duties of teaching, governing, and sanctifying the faithful in their diocese. The Archbishop of Philadelphia, Charles Joseph Chaput, has the responsibility of leading the Church in Philadelphia.
The document summarizes the history and key beliefs of various Protestant denominations. It describes Martin Luther founding Lutheranism in the 1500s and other denominations arising from leaders like John Calvin, John Wesley, and Alexander Campbell. It outlines differences between conservative/evangelical and mainline Protestant churches and between liturgical and contemporary styles of worship. It also provides an overview of the origins and spread of Pentecostalism in the early 20th century.
The document provides an overview of the history and theology of the Protestant Reformation and various Protestant denominations that emerged from it. It begins with Martin Luther in the early 1500s questioning Catholic doctrine and translating the Bible into German. This led to the establishment of Lutheranism and other denominations like Calvinism, Anglicanism, Anabaptism, and later Methodist, Baptist and Restorationist churches. It also discusses divisions between conservative and mainline Protestantism as well as the rise of Pentecostalism and charismatic Christianity in the 20th century.
The Council of Trent met from 1545 to 1563 to address disputes with Protestants and define Catholic doctrine. It concluded that the Church's interpretation of the Bible was final, and that salvation required both faith and works. The Council issued decrees reforming practices like indulgences to prohibit abuses. The Jesuit order was also formed in response, with goals of spreading Catholic teachings and stopping the growth of Protestantism through missions and schools. The Counter Reformation ultimately clarified Church doctrine, recognized the need for reform, and ended abuses, bringing reforms without war.
I have made this pp form my class of history of the religion and the presentation was good so i decided to upload it it speaks about Catholicism Protestantism Anglicanism Orthodoxy Pentecostalism
This document provides an overview of Christianity including its history, beliefs, sacred texts, and denominations. It discusses the origins of Judaism and key figures like Martin Luther who sparked the Protestant Reformation. The document also examines differences between denominations on issues like baptism, communion, and the end times. It provides context on the diversity of churches in America today including mainline, evangelical, liturgical, non-liturgical, and Pentecostal orientations.
This document provides an overview of a course on early Christian worship. It examines how early Christian worship was influenced by Jewish worship traditions, incorporating elements like liturgical prayer, Scripture readings, preaching, and blessings. Early Christian worship also centered around specific practices like the Eucharist. The document explores historical sources that describe early Christian worship services and their similarities to and evolution from Jewish worship structures.
The document summarizes an interview with the pastor of the Lighthouse Church, which is part of the Foursquare Church. The interview covered the basic beliefs of the Foursquare Church, how it differs from Catholicism, and other questions about the church's beliefs, practices, leadership structure, and history. The Foursquare Church believes in Jesus, salvation through faith alone rather than works, and Pentecostal teachings like speaking in tongues. It differs from Catholicism in its views of baptism, confession of sins, and the Eucharist.
This document discusses several key Catholic beliefs and concepts:
1) It outlines some core Catholic beliefs like the Body of Christ, Communion of Saints, Apostolic Tradition and Succession, and the roles of Popes, Bishops and Priests.
2) It explains why the Catholic Church's role in guiding people to faith and salvation is important, noting it provides a path to avoid Hell and gain eternal life.
3) It discusses the Magisterium and Apostolic Succession, explaining that the Magisterium interprets doctrine and the Pope has authority that traces directly to Jesus through an unbroken line of bishops.
Turning Points, chapter 13, Rise & Spread of Pentecostalismsandiferb
The document discusses the rise and spread of Pentecostalism in the 20th century, beginning with Charles Parham's teachings on spiritual gifts in the 1890s and the Azusa Street Revival in 1906, which sparked the global Pentecostal movement, resulting in over 500 million Pentecostal and Charismatic believers by 2000 as the movement continued its rapid worldwide growth.
John Oakes did a class on church history in Panama City, Panama June 8, 2013. The power point is mostly in Spanish, with some English and the outline is in English.
This document discusses the history of dissenting religious movements throughout church history. It outlines several movements before and after 800 AD that dissented from the dominant Catholic church teachings and traditions. These dissenting movements shared some common elements, including a rejection of external influence on local congregations, tradition overriding scripture, believing scripture should be available in common languages, and salvation coming by grace alone rather than works. The document also briefly mentions the Magisterial Reformation in the 15th-16th centuries led by figures like Luther, Calvin, and Henry VIII that furthered dissent from Catholic doctrine.
INT-244 Topic 1 Day 3 Branches of ChristianityS Meyer
The document provides an overview of the history and beliefs of Christianity, including its early development and major denominations. It discusses the origins and split of the Roman Catholic and Eastern Orthodox churches. It also examines the Protestant reformation and the emergence of denominations like Lutheran, Reformed, Anabaptist, Anglican, Baptist, Methodist and Pentecostal churches. The core beliefs embraced by most Christians are also outlined.
This chapter discusses the Catholic Church. It defines the Church as the Body of Christ on earth and explores its nature as a mystery. The Church is described as the People of God, the Temple of the Holy Spirit, and a Sacrament. Baptism and acceptance of Christ make one a member. Members serve through hierarchy, laity, or consecrated life. The Church is marked by oneness, holiness, catholicity, and apostolic succession from Christ and the Apostles. Ecumenism aims for Christian unity while respecting different denominations.
To what extent did England become Protestant under Edward VI?dnicholls
England shifted significantly towards Protestantism under King Edward VI through four phases:
1) The removal of Catholicism through closing chantries and monasteries.
2) Reforms to ceremonies through two Books of Common Prayer that outlined a Protestant liturgy and removed Catholic elements like prayers for the dead.
3) Changes to doctrine like rejecting transubstantiation and reducing Catholic influence.
4) The full establishment of Protestantism was enforced by acts requiring attendance at Church of England services, though privately some English remained Catholic in faith.
How Far And Quickly Did England Shift Towardsdnicholls
England shifted significantly towards Protestantism under King Edward VI through four phases:
1) The removal of Catholicism from churches and daily life.
2) The establishment of Protestant ceremonies and practices through the Books of Common Prayer, which standardized Anglican services and removed Catholic elements.
3) The introduction of reformed Protestant doctrines, especially regarding the Eucharist.
4) The near completion of establishing England as a Protestant nation through the Acts of Uniformity, which enforced attendance at Anglican church services and suppressed Catholicism. However, privately some English people continued Catholic practices and opposition remained.
To what extent did England become Protestant under Edward VI?dnicholls
England shifted significantly towards Protestantism under King Edward VI through four phases:
1) The removal of Catholicism from churches and daily life.
2) The establishment of Protestant ceremonies and practices through the Books of Common Prayer, which standardized Anglican services and removed Catholic elements.
3) The introduction of reformed Protestant doctrines, especially regarding the Eucharist.
4) The near completion of establishing England as a Protestant nation through the Acts of Uniformity, which enforced attendance at Anglican church services and suppressed Catholicism. However, privately some English people continued Catholic practices and opposition remained.
The personal Christian life involves conforming one's life to the pattern of Jesus Christ through daily prayer, increasing knowledge of faith, frequent use of sacraments, and living a moral life with God's help. The public Christian life means promoting a Christian society through upholding dignity, vocations like marriage/religious life, evangelization, charity and challenging practices like abortion and euthanasia that attack life. The Church outlines six precepts that define the minimum obligations for living out one's personal Christian faith.
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The document discusses the concept of meekness. It defines meekness as balance between excessive anger and having no anger at all. It provides examples of meekness in historical figures like Moses and Jesus Christ. Moses prayed for the nation of Israel when they accused him and remained faithful to them for 40 years. Jesus ate with sinners, paid taxes he didn't owe, and prayed for forgiveness of those who crucified him. The document states that meekness is having one's flesh bridled through faith in Jesus Christ and his gospel work. It closes by referencing looking forward to a new heaven and new earth according to God's promise.
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Morning Service at North Athens Baptist Church Athens, Michigan
“Lift Off” by Pastor Mark Behr
Scriptures: Luke 24:50-53; Acts 1:6-11.
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Commentator: Pastor Osiel Gomes
Presentation: Missionary Celso Napoleon
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God calls us to a journey of worshiping Him. In this journey you will encounter different obstacles and derailments that will want to sway you from worshiping God. You got to be intentional in breaking the barriers staged on your way of worship in order to offer God acceptable worship.
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Lucid dreaming allows a person to take control of their dream world, helping them overcome their fears and eliminate nightmares. This technique is particularly useful for mental health. By taking control of their dreams, individuals can face challenging scenarios in a controlled environment, which can help reduce anxiety and increase self-confidence.
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Physical Harm in Dreams Lucid dreaming is fundamentally safe. In a lucid dream, everything is a creation of your mind. Therefore, nothing in the dream can physically harm you. Despite the vividness and realness of the dream experience, it remains entirely within your mental landscape, posing no physical danger.
Mental Health Risks Concerns about developing PTSD or other mental illnesses from lucid dreaming are unfounded. As soon as you wake up, it's clear that the events experienced in the dream were not real. On the contrary, lucid dreaming is often seen as a therapeutic tool for conditions like PTSD, as it allows individuals to reframe and manage their thoughts.
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While generally safe, lucid dreaming does come with a few risks as well:
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2. I. IT’S NOT NEW
Every group, even Protestant ones, disagree on the
ordinances.
3. II. REVIEW
A. Why Baptist? – the history
of churches
B. The importance of the
Scriptures vs church tradition
C. The Doctrine of the Local
church vs the universal church
5. IV. THE ORDINANCES
They are memorials
Baptism
• Pictures the death, burial, and resurrection of Jesus
• Focus is our Christian walk (raised to walk in newness of life)
The Lord’s Supper
• Pictures of the cross of Christ
• Focus is on His return (ye do show the Lord’s death til He comes)
6. IV. THE ORDINANCES
Their function
Baptism
• The door into the Church.
Lord’s Supper
• The discipline of the Church.
7. V. THE BOTTOM LINE
A. If you believe that the only sort of church in the Bible is a local church
then you will almost certainly see the Scriptures relating to the ordinances as
applying
to the local church.
B. If you believe that the true church is one that all Christians belong to
at the moment of their salvation, then you will almost certainly understand those
passages having to do with church authority as meaning the big invisible one.
C. If you take the position that the church issue is not that important
and that what really matters is winning souls and teaching them the Bible, then
you will probably compromise whichever way you lean on Bible interpretation for
the greater good of winning souls and building a large congregation.