2022 – Page 5 – Unmasking Sophistry

The Church at the End of the First Century

By Andy Sochor | Kentucky, USA As we noticed in the previous article under this section, Jesus promised to build His church (Matthew 16:18) and it was established on the day of Pentecost following His death, burial, resurrection, and ascension into heaven (Acts 2). As Paul explained, the Lord’s church was “built on the foundation

Early Persecution

By Andy Sochor | Kentucky, USA As the apostles were commissioned to “make disciples of all the nations” (Matthew 28:19), this would include preparing these disciples to face persecution for the cause of Christ. Jesus warned about this in His Sermon on the Mount: “Blessed are you when people insult you and persecute you, and

The Rise of Catholicism

By Julius C. Nwankwo | Aba, Nigeria The history of God’s people in the Old Testament is a history of faithfulness, apostasy, and restoration. This is also true of the church. Next to a study of the Bible, church history is the most valuable study for a Christian. In this study, we are going to

Is Christianity a Religion or a Way of Life? (Part 2)

By Osamagbe Lesley Egharevba | Lagos, Nigeria In the erstwhile edition of this journal, we examined this very topic, trying to debunk and unmask the sophistry behind the notion that Christianity is not a religion but merely a way of life. In this issue, we shall look at one of the incongruous implications associated with

Is Christianity a Religion or a Way of Life? (Part 1)

By Osamagbe Lesley Egharevba | Lagos, Nigeria Many scoff at the idea that Christianity is a religion. It is very common to hear and read people speak about Christianity as not a religion but only a way of life. This sentiment is being paraded almost everywhere. In fact, one of those who hold this position,

Suppose I Was Born a Muslim

By Osamagbe Lesley Egharevba | Lagos, Nigeria Introduction Several times during our evangelistic trips as gospel preachers, while moving from house to house in an effort to fulfill the Great Commission – a method known by some as “door-knocking” or “door-to-door,” we have approached people with a view to introducing the gospel of Christ to