Navigating the Worship Wave without Losing the Word

Navigating the Worship Wave without Losing the Word

As the current generation of Christians works to improve the Church by instituting novel forms of worship, it is essential that any changes be carefully assessed for their potential to distort the Bible's message. There is a need for vigilance to ensure that the depth and theological richness found in the Word of God is not compromised by the addition of music, technology, and interactive prayer, all of which can enrich the worship experience.
Rethinking the Role of Church Leaders in Light of Scripture

Rethinking the Role of Church Leaders in Light of Scripture

While there have certainly been instances of hierarchy in the church throughout history, there have also been voices that have pushed back against this and advocated for a more egalitarian model. From the earliest days of the church, Jesus' emphasis on servant leadership has been a powerful influence on Christian thought, and this has continued to shape the way that Christians think about church leadership today.
Jesus Found in Hindu Scriptures

Jesus Found in Hindu Scriptures

The Hindu portrayal of Jesus Christ can serve as a powerful defense for Christianity, highlighting the universal need and relevance of Jesus' teachings and the transformative power of his sacrifice on the cross to bring life to those dead to God.
Christological Heresies: APOLLINARIANISM

Christological Heresies: APOLLINARIANISM

Apollinarianism granted Christ a human body but not a complete human soul. But if Christ was to have a real incarnation it was necessary that He add to His divine nature not merely a human body but also a human mind or soul; for humanity consists not merely in the possession of a body but of a body and soul.
Jesus was in the form of God

Jesus was in the form of God

If Jesus is in the form of God, then He has all the essential attributes of deity, or all those characterising qualities that make God. Thereby, Jesus is in the form of God is God. Paul is merely stating that Jesus did not surrender His divine attributes but chose voluntarily not to use them or to set them aside. Hence surrendering the glory, majesty, and the prerogatives of deity, but not the deity itself.
Can we call Jesus God?

Can we call Jesus God?

The Apostle John in affirming the deity of Jesus Christ in John 1:18, “No one has ever seen God; the only God, who is at the Father’s side, he has made him known”. Thus showing oneness of essence between Father and Son. In addition, Apostle John mentions in John 10:30, “I and the Father are one.” Thereby bearing upon the essential unity. It is interesting that whether the word “one” is neuter in gender, or literally, one thing.
Our Cross and His Yoke

Our Cross and His Yoke

To take up this end of our yoke with Christ, in the sense of entering into the ‘fellowship of his suffering, being made conformable unto his death’ is no different essentially from bearing each his own cross as we follow Christ. As an old gospel song says, ‘He always takes the heavy end and leaves the light to me’.
Modern-day Apostles?

Modern-day Apostles?

There is much confusion in the contemporary sphere on the subject of apostles. This is mainly due to the climate of deep disagreement and resentment over some Christian leaders who are acknowledged by many to be modern-day apostles.