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1 | Is Salvation lump sum? | Heb 7:25 | lightedsteps | 220062 | ||
Hi Doc A little deeper clarification if you don't mind. you said in regard to Christian ( orthodoxy ) "In theology, when we use the word, we mean the essential doctrines of the Christian faith. 1) Does this refer to the most basic doctrines that all denominations can agree on or are they the doctrines of only certain denominations? What I am seeking for is the understanding of who is being specifically spoken of. 2) When you say ( orthodoxy ) would this be the same as I would say Christendom meaning all Christians regardless of denomination? Where I would be speaking about or on behalf of the Christian Faith in the general sense. 3) In your using the word ( orthodoxy ) does it encompass the Pentecostals and Catholics within this term because of the differences found in their doctrinal beliefs? you say ( heterodoxy ) "We use the word to mean those teachings that are contrary to orthodoxy." 4) Is it as simple as a different or other opinion or thinking? Or does it lean more in the direction of heresy idolatrous schismatic unorthodox something more on the order of contrary to and opposite in nature or character to the held theology? The reason I ask is that neither the term ( Christian orthodoxy ) nor the word ( heterodoxy ) have a very benign sound to them. Forgive me for saying it this way but they convey the feeling of being very staid and absolutely without any room for question. In Jesus lightedsteps |
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2 | Is Salvation lump sum? | Heb 7:25 | DocTrinsograce | 220094 | ||
Dear lightedsteps, Pastor Beja has answered well. He certainly says things much more clearly than I usually do. I appreciate his participation. I will also respond to your questions. Perhaps the two responses will be helpful. 1) Over the centuries, Christians have made an attempt to build a Regula Fidei (Rule of Faith). Generally, however, the truth surfaces as the church deals with heresy. Of course, that is precisely what the Scriptures tell us (Matthew 18:7; 1 Corinthians 11:19; 2 Corinthians 13:5-7; 1 John 2:19). Consequently, you can trace these efforts through creeds and confessions. See, for example, the Didache, the Apostle's Creed, the Athanasian Creed, the Definition of Chalcedon, the Canons of the Council of Orange, etc. Regarding error and correctness in the congregations, my own confession (1689 London Baptist Confession of Faith) puts it this way: "The purest churches under heaven are subject to mixture and error (1 Cor. 5:1-13; Rev. 2:1-29; 3:1-22); and some have so degenerated as to become no churches of Christ, but synagogues of Satan (Rev. 18:2; 2 Thess. 2:11-12); nevertheless Christ always hath had, and ever shall have a kingdom in this world, to the end thereof, of such as believe in Him, and make profession of His name (Matt. 16:18; Psa. 72:17; 102:28; Rev. 12:17)." (chapter 22, paragraph 3) 2) Based on what I know of you from the forum, I would have to say no to "Christendom" -- that's a broader definition that might even include some cults; and a qualified maybe to "the Christian Faith." Generally, most people do not understand what doctrines are essential, nor how they ought to be derived. I apologize, but I will resume answering your questions soon. Thank you for your patience. In Him, Doc |
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3 | Is Salvation lump sum? | Heb 7:25 | Makarios | 220095 | ||
Hey Doc, This is an excellent post! The way you have put this post together shows how truly the Lord is working through you as He has put you in the place that you are right now - "in top posting form" - to provide answers to such questions as these. Keep up the great work! Your brother in Christ, Makarios |
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4 | Is Salvation lump sum? | Heb 7:25 | DocTrinsograce | 220097 | ||
Thank you for the encouragement, Makarios. Still need to answer the rest of the questions, though. | ||||||