Doctrines of Christian Denominations
This page will compare and explore the more prominent Christian doctrines and creeds, as well as some of the lesser known dogmas that are useful in distinguishing the beliefs of different Christian denominations.
Basic Christian Beliefs
Christianity as a religion encompasses a wide range of faith groups, and each subscribes to its own set of doctrinal positions. These are the basic Christian beliefs central to almost all Christian faiths. They are presented here as the core doctrines of Christianity. A small number of groups who consider themselves to be within the framework of Christianity, do not accept some of these beliefs.
Christianity as a religion encompasses a wide range of faith groups, and each subscribes to its own set of doctrinal positions. These are the basic Christian beliefs central to almost all Christian faiths. They are presented here as the core doctrines of Christianity. A small number of groups who consider themselves to be within the framework of Christianity, do not accept some of these beliefs.
The Apostles' Creed
The ancient Christian text known as the Apostles' Creed is widely accepted as a statement of faith among Christian churches. Learn the origins of the Apostles' Creed and study the full text of the creed.
The ancient Christian text known as the Apostles' Creed is widely accepted as a statement of faith among Christian churches. Learn the origins of the Apostles' Creed and study the full text of the creed.
The Nicene Creed
The ancient Christian text known as the Nicene Creed is the most widely accepted statement of faith among Christian churches. Learn the origins of the Nicene Creed and study the full text of the creed.
The ancient Christian text known as the Nicene Creed is the most widely accepted statement of faith among Christian churches. Learn the origins of the Nicene Creed and study the full text of the creed.
Baptism in the Holy Spirit
Definition of the doctrine of "Baptism in the Holy Spirit."
Definition of the doctrine of "Baptism in the Holy Spirit."
Blasphemy Againt the Holy Spirit - What is It?
Blasphemy against the Holy Spirit - What is it? And what is the unforgivable sin? These questions have challenged many Christians over the years. Consider this very simple understanding of the meaning of "blasphemy against the Holy Spirit" and the "unforgivable sin." Also take a look at other explanations for these intriguing and sometimes disturbing phrases.
Blasphemy against the Holy Spirit - What is it? And what is the unforgivable sin? These questions have challenged many Christians over the years. Consider this very simple understanding of the meaning of "blasphemy against the Holy Spirit" and the "unforgivable sin." Also take a look at other explanations for these intriguing and sometimes disturbing phrases.
Reader Feedback on Blasphemy and the Unforgivable Sin
One reader gives his opinion about the meaning of blasphemy against the Holy Spirit and the unforgivable sin.
One reader gives his opinion about the meaning of blasphemy against the Holy Spirit and the unforgivable sin.
Calvinism and Arminianism - An Easy 5-Point Explanation and Comparison
One of the most potentially divisive doctrinal debates in the history of the church centers around the opposing doctrines of salvation known as Calvinism and Arminianism. Chuck Smith, in his book Calvinism, Arminianism and the Word of God, lays out a simple, 5-point explanation of the contrasting doctrines.
One of the most potentially divisive doctrinal debates in the history of the church centers around the opposing doctrines of salvation known as Calvinism and Arminianism. Chuck Smith, in his book Calvinism, Arminianism and the Word of God, lays out a simple, 5-point explanation of the contrasting doctrines.
What is the Great Commission?
What is the Great Commission and why is it important to Christians today? As the last recorded personal directive of the Savior to his disciples, it holds great significance to followers of Christ. It is the foundation for evangelism and cross-cultural missions work in Christian theology.
What is the Great Commission and why is it important to Christians today? As the last recorded personal directive of the Savior to his disciples, it holds great significance to followers of Christ. It is the foundation for evangelism and cross-cultural missions work in Christian theology.
Doctrines and Misconceptions About Mary
There are many misconceptions among Christians about Mary, the mother of Jesus Christ. These are just a few of the doctrines about Mary that have no biblical foundation.
There are many misconceptions among Christians about Mary, the mother of Jesus Christ. These are just a few of the doctrines about Mary that have no biblical foundation.
What is the Rapture?
Continuing in our study of "end times" biblical events, "What is the Rapture?" takes a brief look at the mysterious doctrine that foretells the disappearance of Christian believers from the face of the earth.
Continuing in our study of "end times" biblical events, "What is the Rapture?" takes a brief look at the mysterious doctrine that foretells the disappearance of Christian believers from the face of the earth.
What is the Doctrine of Soul Sleep?
Soul sleep refers to the doctrine of some Christian faiths and essentially asserts that when we die, the soul ceases to exist. During this period of soul sleep the believer is not conscious of anything and the soul is completely inert until the time of the final resurrection of the dead.
Soul sleep refers to the doctrine of some Christian faiths and essentially asserts that when we die, the soul ceases to exist. During this period of soul sleep the believer is not conscious of anything and the soul is completely inert until the time of the final resurrection of the dead.
Reader Feedback on Soul Sleep
Site readers comment on their insights and perspectives concerning the doctrine of soul sleep.
Site readers comment on their insights and perspectives concerning the doctrine of soul sleep.
Speaking in Tongues
Definition of the term "Speaking in Tongues."
Definition of the term "Speaking in Tongues."
Southern Baptists and Tongues
A new study by LifeWay Research on the use of private prayer language indicates that half of Southern Baptist pastors believe the Holy Spirit gives some people a special language to pray to God.
A new study by LifeWay Research on the use of private prayer language indicates that half of Southern Baptist pastors believe the Holy Spirit gives some people a special language to pray to God.
Catholic Doctrine of Transubstantiation
Learn the meaning of transubstantiation, a Catholic doctrine referring to the change that takes place during the sacrament of Holy Communion.
Learn the meaning of transubstantiation, a Catholic doctrine referring to the change that takes place during the sacrament of Holy Communion.
What is the Tribulation?
Recent world events, especially in the Middle East have many Christians studying the Bible for an understanding of end times events. This look at "What is the Tribulation?" is just the beginning of our study of the Bible and what it says about the end of this age.
Recent world events, especially in the Middle East have many Christians studying the Bible for an understanding of end times events. This look at "What is the Tribulation?" is just the beginning of our study of the Bible and what it says about the end of this age.
Trinity
Definition of the doctrine of "Trinity."
Definition of the doctrine of "Trinity."
Faith Groups that Reject the Trinity Doctrine
The doctrine of the Trinity is central to most Christian denominations and faith groups. This resource explores faith groups and religions that reject the Trinity, including a brief explanation of each group's beliefs about the nature of God, revealing a deviation from the doctrine of the Trinity.
The doctrine of the Trinity is central to most Christian denominations and faith groups. This resource explores faith groups and religions that reject the Trinity, including a brief explanation of each group's beliefs about the nature of God, revealing a deviation from the doctrine of the Trinity.