Proving the Existence of the God of Christianity

GOD AND TIME Imagine a train that represents everything in time, from the beginning of time itself to the present. Every moment in history, whether monumental or insignificant, gets a car of its own in this train. The caboose, or end car, represents the present. As historical events continuously slip away from the present, so …

Western Civilization 1: Lesson 150

Q: What was the Great Western Schism, and how was it resolved? The Great Western Schism refers to a time in church history when the entire catholic church was divided. From 1378 to 1415, there were two popes, but no one knew who the legitimate pope really was. Some people supported one, some supported the …

Western Civilization 1: Lesson 125

Q: What kinds of developments occurred during the renaissance of the twelfth century? A: During the 12th-century, there came about a newfound interest in ancient knowledge. As Aristotle's works were translated from Greek to Latin, his teachings once again became very popular. There was also interest in Roman Law during this time, as Europe was …

Western Civilization 1: Lesson 60

Q: How would you compare the teachings of Christianity to the values cherished by earlier civilizations we have discussed (particularly the Greeks and the values expressed in Homer's works)? A: Christianity is about having a relationship with God through Jesus Christ and being changed from the inside out by the Holy Spirit so that you …

Acts 2

Acts 1:8, Acts 2:16-21, Act 2:38-39 Some Christians think that the Holy Spirit doesn't work through us anymore. But there is nothing in scripture that supports this. Here's the real reason why we don't see the use of spiritual gifts very often anymore... Acts 2:11 Spiritual gifts are to be used for the glory of …

Western Literature 1: Lesson 10

When someone is raised thinking a certain way for their whole life, they will most likely not be persuaded of something else, whether it is a true or false worldview. Even if it seems completely ridiculous to everyone else, they will hold fast to their beliefs. Most Americans would probably recognize some of the more …