What follows ...There follow half a dozen pages written as aBiblical Introduction to the Christian Faith.These pages proceed a step at a time in considering foundational truths of the Christian faith. Such truths have been found in the Christian creeds from the earliest era of Christianity but most importantly in the source documents of Christianity as they are found in the Bible. The Bible is widely available throughout the world and has been translated in whole or in part into thousands of languages. Key passages from the Bible are referred to and explicitly cited or quoted in explaining the basics of the Christian faith. It is suggested that you read these passages for yourself when considering each of the Christian truths explained. The truths outlined are entitled :
We will need God's help to understand and believe the truth about him. God sent his Spirit into the world to help men and women to come to faith and it is proper that we sincerely ask his help about things that are otherwise beyond us. |