Monthly Archives: May 2018

The Apostolic Fathers And The Rule Of Faith

Posted on May 23, 2018 by nathanalbright

In debates between Catholics and Protestants, one will often hear, especially on the Catholic side, a great deal of discussion about the supposed rule of faith that should bind the interpretation of scripture as well as Christian practice.  When we … Continue reading →

Posted in Bible, Christianity, Church of God, History, Musings | Tagged , , | 2 Comments

The Apostolic Fathers As A Parting Of The Ways

Posted on May 23, 2018 by nathanalbright

In placing the Apostolic Fathers within the larger context of Christianity, it becomes increasingly clear the more one reads about Church History that the more the Apostolic Fathers are themselves present at a very early and very fateful parting of … Continue reading →

Posted in Bible, Christianity, Church of God, History, Musings | Tagged , | 1 Comment

Book Review: The Bible And The Rule Of Faith

Posted on May 23, 2018 by nathanalbright

The Bible And The Rule Of Faith, by Abbè Louis Nazaire Bègin I found this book online while I was doing some research on the Apostolic Fathers and in general it reads like more contemporary attempts by Catholic writers to … Continue reading →

Posted in Bible, Book Reviews, Christianity, History | Tagged , | 5 Comments

Book Review: Patristic Study

Posted on May 23, 2018 by nathanalbright

Patristic Study (1909), by Henry Barclay Swete In my continuing study of the writings of the early Church Fathers [1], I have been able to find quite a few books on archive.org like this one which have gone out of … Continue reading →

Posted in Book Reviews, Christianity, Church of God, History | Tagged , | 4 Comments

Pseudonymously Yours, 2 Clement

Posted on May 22, 2018 by nathanalbright

For a book that is as little read as 2 Clement is within the body of the Apostolic Fathers as a whole, it is a book which is controversial far beyond its content.  We will discuss its content shortly, but … Continue reading →

Posted in Christianity, Church of God, History, Musings | Tagged , , | 1 Comment

You Had The Right Idea

Posted on May 22, 2018 by nathanalbright

I must admit that like everyone else who has ever heard of you, and sadly, it must be admitted, there are not many who have heard of you these days, I would like to know more about you and more … Continue reading →

Posted in Christianity, Church of God, History, Musings | Tagged , | 1 Comment

Book Review: How To Be A Perfect Christian

Posted on May 22, 2018 by nathanalbright

How To Be A Perfect Christian:  Your Comprehensive Guide To Flawless Spiritual Living, by the Babylon Bee [Note:  This book was a complementary gift for joining the Waterbrook/Multnomah Book Launch team.  No review was required, but of course I’m reviewing … Continue reading →

Posted in Book Reviews, Christianity | Tagged , | 2 Comments

Book Review: The Spiritual Gifts Handbook

Posted on May 22, 2018 by nathanalbright

The Spiritual Gifts Handbook, by Randy Clark and Mary Healy [Note:  This book was provided free of charge by Chosen Books/Net Gallery.  All thoughts and opinions are my own.] Sometimes knowing a bit about the author gives you an idea … Continue reading →

Posted in Bible, Book Reviews, Christianity | Tagged , | Leave a comment

Book Review: Believe Boldly

Posted on May 22, 2018 by nathanalbright

Believe Boldly:  The Power Of Simple, Confident Faith To Unleash The Supernatural, by Erica Willis [Note:  This book was provided free of charge by Chosen Books/Net Gallery.  All thoughts and opinions are my own.] Although I would not consider myself … Continue reading →

Posted in Bible, Book Reviews, Christianity | Tagged | Leave a comment

Mysteries Of The Bible: What Does Pentecost/Shavuot Have To Do With Resurrection?

Posted on May 21, 2018 by nathanalbright

Over this Pentecost weekend, quite a few speakers that I listened to sought to connect Pentecost (which the Jews call Shavuot) with the resurrection of Jesus Christ.  And admittedly this is not a difficult connection to make.  Nevertheless, if we … Continue reading →

Posted in Bible, Biblical History, Christianity, Church of God, History, Musings | Tagged | 1 Comment