Chapter 1 starts off with Paul’s greeting to the church at Colossae. He did not found the church, but lets the Colossians know his thankfulness for them, continually prays for them, demonstrating how believers should be towards each other.
Month: May 2023
Scripture: The Only Infallible Standard
This blog expands on Scripture as the Christian's true standard for faith and practice. It examines whether Scripture or the Church came first, and the fallacy of apostolic succession.
Colossians – Introduction and Outline
The post is an in-depth Bible study about the Colossians epistle of the New Testament, made by a former homegroup teacher. The author aims to guide readers to appreciate the richness of this part of the Bible, addressing the authorship of the Epistle, presumably by Apostle Paul, and countering arguments against it. The post analyses Paul's teachings, correcting false doctrines, and demonstrated his personal interest in Colossians. The study also gives insights into the historical context, including the church's establishment in the city, societal and philosophical influences at the time, and Paul's ministry.
New Testament Meaning of Tradition – Sola Scriptura, Pt 11
The content discusses the key ideological difference between Catholics and Protestants regarding the concept of 'tradition.' For Catholics, sacred traditions and scriptures form the single sacred deposit of the Word of God. Over time, numerous unwritten doctrines have been 'revealed.' But the author argues that this focus on tradition can sometimes obscure the fundamental teachings of Christianity. The article analyzes several Bible verses related to tradition, concluding that they support discipleship and existing biblical teachings rather than any form of unwritten doctrine or additional traditions.
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