Our present subject utilizes the term "election;" predestination - the resulting act based upon election - is not specifically covered. These doctrines do go in tandem, but this confession mainly deals with election.
In association with the new birth are the immediate and inseparable graces of repentance and faith. Both are gifts of God and are not the works of men.
Clearly, we are cleansed from sin through the blood of Jesus Christ, and, we receive that cleansing by the grace of God. Closely associated with these truths is our doctrine for today’s lesson – Justification.
Another major doctrine in the Bible is the doctrine of Salvation by Grace. Every religion boils down to one of two views: salvation by grace or by works. We believe the Bible teaches that the new birth is an act of God's grace.
A major doctrine in the Bible is the doctrine of Atonement. This doctrine separates the world's religions. What does the Bible say about the means for our forgiveness and reconciliation to God?
A major doctrine in the Bible is the doctrine of Atonement. This doctrine separates the world's religions. What does the Bible say about the means for our forgiveness and reconciliation to God?
There is no doubt that what a person believes makes a difference. But there are some doctrines which are absolutely crucial. One such doctrine is our topic for today; we shall speak on what we believe of the Virgin Birth.
What a person believes about the first ten chapters of the book of Genesis greatly affects his/her theology. Do you believe His Word?
Surprisingly, many professing Christians deny the existence of the Devil. We are not of that crowd; we believe the Devil exists.
Continuing our study on the doctrines of this church, my subject for today is what we believe about the Holy Spirit.