Doctrines That Divide
Originally Taught: Spring 2003
Introduction
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Doctrine
is sometimes viewed as a "dirty word" that leads only to division and
confusion. It is also thought to be only for the pastor or professor.
Instead, doctrine is meant to be studied by ALL.
Roman Catholicism
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The Reformation led to a break between Roman Catholics and Protestants.
Many today want to bring these two differing parties back together
again. What are the differences that separate us?
Justification by Faith Alone
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Called by Luther as the "hinge on which the entire Reformation turned,"
this doctrine is the very essence of the Gospel. To get it wrong is to
stop being a Christian.
Baptism
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Must
you be baptized in order to be saved? Does it matter if you are
immersed or sprinkled? What about those who are baptized as infants?
Few doctrines "divide" as this one does.
The Word of Faith Movement
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Ministers like Ken Copeland, Benny Hinn and others preach that
prosperity and health are to be expected by believers. Is this teaching
found in the Scriptures? What other errors are made?
Women's Roles in the Church
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Are women to serve as pastors, elders or deacons in the church? The
role and function of women is a very hot topic in almost all churches?
What does the Bible have to say on the subject?
The Charismatic Movement
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Do miracles still occur in the church today? Are believers to seek the
ability to speak in tongues? Do all of the gifts still exist today or
did some of them cease in the first century?
Spiritual Warfare
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A look at the Bible's teachings on the believer's role and position in
Christ answers most of the spurious teachings on spiritual warfare.
Eternal Security
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Some
say that a Christian can lose his salvation. Others say that simply
"walking the aisle" means that you are going to heaven no matter how
you live your life. What does the Bible say?
For more information and a fuller treatment of this subject, please go to Eternal Security (or Perseverance of the Saints), a 12-week class taught in Spring 2009.