In this episode, we introduce doctrine and theology, both in terms and concepts. We highlight the importance of both theology and creeds before summarizing theological categories and moving into the doctrine of Revelation. The episode discusses the distinction between General and Special Revelation.    Christ is the Cure is Subscriber Supported. Prayerfully consider joining the support team at patreon.com/christisthecure   Landing page for this episode: https://christisthecure.org/2024/04/25/btb-6-doctrine-theology-introduced-and-general-and-special-revelation/    Pick up books from CITC: https://christisthecure.org/citcpress/

In this episode, we will explore the importance of developing a Biblical worldview for Christians. A worldview is like a pair of glasses that allows us to observe and understand the world around us. Without a clear lens, our perception of reality may be distorted. We will delve into important elements of a Biblical worldview.   Christ is the Cure is Subscriber Supported. Prayerfully consider joining the support team at patreon.com/christisthecure   Landing page for this episode: https://christisthecure.org/2024/04/18/btb-5-putting-on-and-developing-your-worldview/    Pick up books from CITC: https://christisthecure.org/citcpress/

This episode of BTB explores the concept of discipleship in both the Old and New Testaments. We go into the definition of discipleship and moves into examples of discipleship in the Old Testament. Following this we look at the New Testament and what it has to say on discipleship. The episode additionally tries to highlight the continuity of discipleship from the Old Testament to the New Testament.   Christ is the Cure is Subscriber Supported. Prayerfully consider joining the support team at patreon.com/christisthecure   Landing page for this episode: https://christisthecure.org/2024/04/11/btb-4-discipleship/    Pick up books from CITC: https://christisthecure.org/citcpress/

This episode delves into the intersection of religion and relationship within Christianity. It challenges the common notion of Christianity solely as a relationship and not a religion, emphasizing that it is both. Following this, the episode highlights the need for believers to be part of a community of individuals, the criteria for identifying a sound church, and the spiritual significance of baptism as a tangible reminder of one's union with Christ.    Christ is the Cure is Subscriber Supported. Prayerfully consider joining the support team at patreon.com/christisthecure   Landing page for this episode: https://christisthecure.org/2024/03/28/btb-3-first-things-pt-2-religion-community-and-baptism-with-an-appendix-on-church-hunting/    Pick up books from CITC: https://christisthecure.org/citcpress/

The second installment of BTB delves into "First Things," beginning with the narrative of redemption in the Christian faith. We explore the meta-narrative of scripture through the categories of Creation, The Fall, Redemption, and Restoration. The episode also discusses the significance of understanding the Gospel well for the believer and those within the believer's sphere before articulating the Gospel itself.   Christ is the Cure is Subscriber Supported. Prayerfully consider joining the support team at patreon.com/christisthecure   Landing page for this episode: https://christisthecure.org/2024/03/21/btb-2-first-things-pt-1-metanarrative-gospel/    Pick up books from CITC: https://christisthecure.org/citcpress/

Season four continues with the beginning of a new series: Back to Basics (BTB). This introductory episode lays cards on the table regarding the series' content, what one can expect from the series, and the goals of the series. It also delves into the holistic nature of the Christian life. It explores the transformation that occurs when one is united to Christ and highlights the necessary balance between theology and practice. The episode also addresses common misconceptions about Christianity and the challenges and joys that come with living a Christian life.  Christ is the Cure is Subscriber Supported. Prayerfully consider joining the support team at patreon.com/christisthecure   Landing page for this episode: https://christisthecure.org/2024/03/14/btb-1-back-to-basics-introduction/    Pick up books from CITC: https://christisthecure.org/citcpress/

In this episode, we wrap up the Denomination series by briefly looking into Miscellaneous groups and concluding the series. See the landing page for the denomination series guide.    Landing page: https://christisthecure.org/2024/02/15/denominations-12-misc-and-conclusions/    Christ is the Cure is Subscriber Supported. Join the Support team at patreon.com/christisthecure

In this episode, season 4 continues with the series on Denominations. This episode goes into the Restorationist movement. We summarize its history, sources of authority, structure, and position on the sacraments/ordinances and conclude with its distinctive emphasis and divergences. See the landing page for sources/further reading.   Landing page: https://christisthecure.org/2024/02/08/denominations-11-restorationists-church-of-christ-non-denominational/    Christ is the Cure is Subscriber Supported. Join the Support team at patreon.com/christisthecure

In this episode, season 4 continues with the series on Denominations. This episode goes into the Pentecostal movement. We summarize its history, sources of authority, structure, and position on the sacraments/ordinances and conclude with its distinctive emphasis and divergences. See the landing page for sources/further reading.   Landing page: https://christisthecure.org/2024/02/01/denominations-10-pentecostalism/    Christ is the Cure is Subscriber Supported. Join the Support team at patreon.com/christisthecure

In this episode, season 4 continues with the series on Denominations. This episode goes into the Adventist movement. We summarize its history, sources of authority, structure, and position on the sacraments/ordinances and conclude with its distinctive emphasis and divergences. See the landing page for sources/further reading. NOTE: The section on the SDA is not exhaustive by any stretch of the imagination on doctrines and practices of concern. Instead, it is a broad sweep. Other resources should be considered, remembering that this Denomination series is not focused on full exposés on individual groups. Nor does this episode reflect all of my personal thoughts and concerns about the group in question, as I have tried to keep the series neutral.    Landing page: https://christisthecure.org/2024/01/25/denominations-9-adventists/    Christ is the Cure is Subscriber Supported. Join the Support team at patreon.com/christisthecure

In this episode, season 4 continues with the series on Denominations. This episode goes into the Baptist movement. We summarize its history, sources of authority, structure, and position on the sacraments/ordinances and conclude with its distinctive emphasis and divergences. See the landing page for sources/further reading.   Landing page: https://christisthecure.org/2024/01/18/denominations-8-baptists/    Christ is the Cure is Subscriber Supported. Join the Support team at patreon.com/christisthecure

In this episode, season 4 continues with the series on Denominations. This episode goes into the Anabaptist movement, focusing on the Mennonites in particular. We summarize its history, sources of authority, structure, and position on the sacraments/ordinances and conclude with its distinctive emphasis and divergences. See the landing page for sources/further reading.   Landing page: https://christisthecure.org/2024/01/11/denominations-7-anabaptists-mennonites/  Christ is the Cure is Subscriber Supported. Join the Support team at patreon.com/christisthecure

In this episode, season 4 continues with the series on Denominations. This episode goes into the Reformed tradition. We summarize its history, sources of authority, structure, and position on the sacraments/ordinances and conclude with its distinctive emphasis and divergences. The historical section begins broadly but then narrows down into Presbyterianism. See the landing page for sources/further reading.   Landing page: https://christisthecure.org/2024/01/04/denominations-6-the-reformed/  Christ is the Cure is Subscriber Supported. Join the Support team at patreon.com/christisthecure

In this episode, season 4 continues with the series on Denominations. This episode begins with our second denomination: Lutheranism. We summarize its history, sources of authority, structure, and position on the sacraments/ordinances and conclude with its distinctive emphasis and divergences. See the landing page for sources/further reading.   Landing page: https://christisthecure.org/2023/12/14/denominations-5-lutheranism/    Christ is the Cure is Subscriber Supported. Join the Support team at patreon.com/christisthecure

In this episode, season 4 continues with the series on Denominations. This episode begins with our second denomination: Methodism. We summarize its history, sources of authority, structure, and position on the sacraments/ordinances and conclude with its distinctive emphasis and divergences. See the landing page for sources/further reading.   Landing page: https://christisthecure.org/2023/12/07/denominations-4-methodism/    Christ is the Cure is Subscriber Supported. Join the Support team at patreon.com/christisthecure

In this episode, season 4 continues with the series on Denominations. This episode begins with our first denomination: Anglicanism. We summarize its history, sources of authority, governmental structure, and position on the sacraments/ordinances and conclude with its distinctive emphasis and divergences. See the landing page for sources/further reading.   Landing page: https://christisthecure.org/2023/11/30/denominations-3-anglicanism/    Christ is the Cure is Subscriber Supported. Join the Support team at patreon.com/christisthecure

In this episode, season 4 continues with the new series on Denominations. This episode speaks on defining and counting denominations. We'll discuss the criteria for denominations, and who will be 'in' for this series, and this will be followed with a conversation on 'how many' are there. We will specifically discuss the myth that there are 33,000 protestant denominations.    Landing page: https://christisthecure.org/2023/11/16/denominations-2-defining-and-counting-denominations/    Christ is the Cure is Subscriber Supported. Join the Support team at patreon.com/christisthecure

In this episode, season 4 continues by beginning the new series on Denominations. This episode is the introduction laying out what to expect, the approach of the series, and some preliminary discussions.    Landing page: https://christisthecure.org/2023/11/09/denominations-1-introduction-preliminaries-approach/    Pick up the supplementary graphics for this episode here: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1BzCtht10sYH7zKVjJ01sJu10dHJ1DZPu?usp=share_link    Christ is the Cure is Subscriber Supported. Join the Support team at patreon.com/christisthecure

CITC season four continues with Reformation specials through October. Here is the last installment of these specials, "The Reformers and the catholic church." In this episode, we cover how the Reformers viewed the catholic church and catholicity. The topic is covered broadly, using Calvin as a case study.    Landing page: https://christisthecure.org/2023/10/26/the-reformers-and-the-catholic-church/    Christ is the Cure is Subscriber Supported. Join the Support team at patreon.com/christisthecure Intro Audio narrative from Martin Luther (1953) starring Niall MacGinnis as Luther.

CITC season four continues with Reformation specials through October. Here is the third installment of these specials, "5 Myths of the Reformation." In this episode, we cover just that: popular myths that are spread about the Protestant Reformation.   Christ is the Cure is Subscriber Supported. Join the Support team at patreon.com/christisthecure Intro Audio narrative from Martin Luther (1953) starring Niall MacGinnis as Luther.