Doctrine and Theology

Apologetics, hermeneutics and the Trinity are a few of the topics covered here by Ministrymaker’s church leaders, teachers, and contributors.

“As grace perfects nature, Christian theology turns the water of pagan philosophical learning into the wine of Christian theology.” – Thomas Aquinas

  • Benefits of the Blood of Jesus

    The purpose of Jesus’ incarnation was to shed His blood for the sins of the world. Without the shedding of His blood there can be no remission of sins.

  • The Deity of Jesus Christ

    Jesus was and is more than a great teacher, prophet or priest – He is the living Son of God, God incarnate, God Almighty! If He is not God we have the wrong Jesus.

  • When Will the Rapture Happen?

    When Jesus returns for us is not nearly as important as the fact He will return.

  • Signs of Jesus’ Return

    We can’t know exactly when Jesus will return, but we can tell when the time is near.

  • Benefits of the Word of God

    The Bible is a living instruction book that brings blessing and hope to all who read it.

  • A Place Called Heaven and A Place Called Hell

    There is a place called heaven and a place called hell. Everyone will spend eternity in one or the other.

  • Guidelines to Proper Interpretation of Scripture

    Biblical exegesis is a systematic process by which a person arrives at a reasonable and coherent sense of a biblical passage.

  • Responsibilities Under the New Covenant

    The old covenant was between God and man. The new covenant is between the Father and the Son. Does man have any responsibilities under this covenant?

  • Differences Between the Old and New Covenants

    The old covenant was between a Holy God and sinful man. The new covenant is between the Father and the Son, leaving man out of the equation.

  • Defending the Christian Faith

    Apologetics is a branch of theology concerned with defending or proving the truth of Christian doctrines.

  • The Truth About Water Baptism

    What is the significance of water baptism? How are we to baptize? Is sprinkling or pouring sufficient or is immersion required?

  • How to Recognize a False Teacher

    The Bible provides clear guidelines to help us recognize false prophets and teachers.

  • The Names of God

    Those who know His name, God promises to deliver, set us securely on high, answer when we call, be with us in trouble, protect, rescue, honor, satisfy and save us.

  • Attributes of God – Moral Attributes

    In this study we will be dealing with God’s moral attributes. His holiness, righteousness, goodness, mercy, grace, and faithfulness.

  • Attributes of God – Non-Moral Attributes

    The attributes of God are the inherent characteristics closely associated with God. In this study Dr. Linton will be discussing God’s non-moral attributes.

  • Attributes of God – Essence and Substance

    It’s difficult for a finite mind to comprehend an infinite God. Trying to understand God with a finite mind is like trying to put the Atlantic ocean in glass.

  • Arguments for the Existence of God

    This study was written to enlighten genuine seekers, strengthen the faith of those who believe, enrich the knowledge of God, and provide ammunition to soldiers of the cross.

  • Existence of God – Assumed in Scripture

    The Bible assumes the existence of God without attempting to prove it. Genesis 1:1 says, “In the beginning, God.” God is simply there! The Bible is God’s letter to us revealing Himself to us.

  • Opposing Views to the Existence of God

    America was founded on Biblical principles. In recent time we’ve seen a growing opposition to the things of God. Here we will be studying the two most dominant views opposing God’s existence.

  • The “I Ams” of Jesus Christ

    Jesus wants to be more than an historical figure. He desires to be personally meaningful to us.

  • Theories of Inspiration of Scripture

    The Bible is the most unique literary work in all of history, containing the very revelation of God. In this study, we will explore the various views of inspiration and to what degree inspiration permeates its pages.

  • Requirements to Benefit from the Word of God

    There are specific requirements or prerequisites that must be implemented to receive the full benefit from the Word of God.

  • The Canonicity of Scripture

    The canon is a list of books included in the Bible officially accepted as inspired of God.

  • Authenticity of Scripture

    How do we know the Bible is authentic? We don’t have to take a blind leap of faith to believe the Bible is the Word of God.

  • An Introduction to Apologetics

    Denying the inerrancy of scripture is the first step in theological liberalism. Once we begin doubting the infallibility of the Bible, it’s a slippery slope.

  • The Trinity – Illustrations and Examples

    Below are several scriptural and non-scriptural illustrations and examples of the Trinity. No illustration is perfect, but they help us understand who God is.

  • The Trinity – One God, Three Persons

    There is only one God. This fact is made clear throughout scripture. However, there are three persons eternally existent in the one God.

  • The Trinity – The Unity and Oneness of God

    It is extremely important that we be well equipped and versed in what we believe concerning the trinity.

  • Chosen By God

    God sought after us, not us after Him. It was only by His will that we are living for Him today.

  • Dispensational Truth

    Dispensationalism is a particular hermeneutic system for interpreting the Bible based on a literal translation, and which stands in contrast to the traditional system of covenant theology used in biblical interpretation.

  • Eternal Security – Truth or Error?

    What does the Bible say about eternal security? Can a Christian lose their salvation? Can one who has been truly saved and born again be lost?