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This 39 page article is for you if you are baffled. What is Calvinism? What's with the debate between Calvinism and Arminianism? Maybe you've heard the name of John Calvin attached to a theology that sounded cold, monstrous, illogical, unbiblical, or cruel. Maybe Calvinists haven't been helpful in the task of understanding Calvinism! It's time to get some clarification. If you've been burned by all the heat surrounding the debate over things like predestination and election, Reformed theology, or the TULIP of Calvinism, maybe it's time for straightforward facts, without all the hysteria. ...

"Solid Ground" is the second edition of "Sound Doctrine." Mr. Clay has been a Christian for over fifty years, and he has written an accessible book for those who are interested in knowing more about the Christian faith and what Christians believe. In short chapters, Mr. Clay begins with the basics of Christianity and builds on them to address more controversial topics. His aim is two- fold: he wants to help Christians understand their faith and be better able to respond to God, and he wants to provide a book that someone who is not a Christian can use to understand the Christian religion. ...

Ever since Christianity began, the Bible has had a special place in the Christian religion. Its teachings span centuries and consist of histories, poetry, laws, proverbs, and letters. No one can understand Christianity without an understanding of the book Christians call the Word of God. This excerpt from the book "Solid Ground' explains the Bible for believers and unbelievers alike, covering who wrote it, under what circumstances, translations, and how to read it to obtain the most benefit from it. Mr. Clay warns against the pitfalls that many unwittingly fall into when trying to read the ...

"extraordinary book" "Definitely a five-star read" Ever wonder why there is a War between Christ and Satan? Ever wonder how the War in Heaven started or what the Lucifer Rebellion is? Ever wonder why War in heaven came to Earth or why darkness still exists on Earth? And why did God send Christ to Earth? Was it to stop the darkness from spreading? Or was there some other reason? Multi-award-winning author Trinity brings Heavenly knowledge to Earth I invite you to join me on an enlightening journey beyond space and time to find answers

In our day and age, the concept of "sin" is considered gauche and repugnant, but to the Christian, our tendency to sin is a sorrow. In this excerpt from his book, "Solid Ground," Mr. Clay discusses our propensity to sin and the provision God has made for us to help us to walk in a manner pleasing to him. And he wrestles with a topic most Christians assume they know they answer to: do we have to sin?

Gut zu sein in einem tieferen Sinn ist die beste Therapie gegen innere Leere, Antriebslosigkeit und Depression. Es hält jung und gesund. Andersherum rächen sich böse Taten nicht erst im nächsten Leben, sondern bereits in diesem. Faszinierende neue Studien aus der Medizin und der Biologie belegen das. Doch wie erschließen wir diese Kraftquelle für uns? Wie werden wir zu den guten Menschen, für die wir uns vielleicht schon halten? Und was heißt es eigentlich, gut zu sein?

Has God really left it up to us to discover the best way to govern ourselves? Is "trial and error" on a national scale the best we can do as we form our civil governments? Imagine if God suddenly formed a bunch of people into a nation from scratch one day. Imagine God giving them a structure for their government and a relatively small set of rules and concepts for the purpose of protecting the most vulnerable members of society. It might be worthwhile to study those things. Of course, that is precisely what happened in the early stages of the biblical narrative. God brought Israel out of ...

Most of what every Christian believes about the Holy Spirit is believed by most Christians, but not everything. There is one boulder sized controversy surrounding the gifts of the Holy Spirit. This title includes two chapters from the book "Solid Ground", and Mr. Clay jumps feet first into that controversy. While many books (some of them very thick books) have been written on both sides of the controversy, Mr. Clay handles it in the same manner as all his "Solid Ground" works: with honesty, dispatch, and experience. And as a bonus, he covers the aspects of the Holy Spirit that aren't ...

Can we believe anything we want? Does what we believe matter? This edition is an excerpt from the book "Solid Ground." It explores the importance of belief and how it affects our lives even while it discusses how belief in doctrine is, by itself, limited. It was written with both believers and unbelievers in mind, and it forms the foundation on which the "Solid Ground" series is built. It also discusses "cults", what they are, and how we should react when they come knocking at our doors.

Almost every Christian denomination practices at least two sacraments: communion and baptism. In this excerpt from the book "Solid Ground", Mr. Clay discusses the different modes of water baptism, and what is important -- and not important -- for the believer to understand. As in all the "Solid Ground" titles, Mr. Clay tackles a difficult topic in a book small enough to be read in one sitting, and yet he discusses the topic thoroughly enough that no other book may be necessary!

Has someone ever told you (generally with a sneer) that the Bible endorses slavery and then asks how you can believe the Bible because of that? In this excerpt from his book, "Solid Ground," Mr. Clay demonstrates that what you've heard about the Bible and the question of slavery isn't quite true and presents a full picture of what the Bible says, and God really wants.

"There is probably no more enjoyable treatise for a believer to write in a book on doctrine than the one that describes our salvation, its nature, and how we can be saved." This is how Mr. Clay begins this except from his book, Solid Ground. Mr. Clay addresses the question "How can you be saved?" along with " What might prevent you from being saved?" With great pleasure springing from a faith that has lasted for over 50 years, Mr. Clay explores how we are saved, and with great sorrow he explains what prevents people from being saved. If you are believer, this title will provide you with a ...

Fr. Gabriele Amorth (1925-2016) is known primarily for his tireless work as the official exorcist of Rome. But he was also a journalist, noted theologian, and biblical scholar. In this book, one of five he wrote about Mary, he retraces the life of the Virgin Mary. Drawing on the Gospels, Catholic Tradition, conciliar documents, and papal teachings, Fr. Amorth accompanies the reader on a veritable Marian itinerary. Divided into thirty-one chapters, one for each day of the month, the author breaks open the Gospels, particularly Matthew and Luke. As a biblical exegete, Fr. Amorth carefully ...

SPIRITUAL GIFTS OF THE HOLY SPIRIT "Spiritual Gifts of the Holy Spirit" by Charles Morris is a vital Bible Study guide that delves into faith, the Holy Spirit, and the nine manifestation gifts. Morris illuminates the divine personality of the Holy Spirit, emphasizing the Baptism with the Holy Spirit. As explored by Morris, Baptism with the Holy Spirit empowers believers to be bold witnesses and releases gifts to build up the body. Charles highlights that spiritual gifts are supernatural and necessary while guiding readers through biblical texts emphasizing the availability of these gifts to...

This specially curated collection sees Melvyn Bragg and his panel of experts considering some of the central tenets of the Christian faith. Its wide-ranging scope incorporates key concepts including Heaven, Hell and Purgatory, angels and devils, prayers and miracles, the Fall of Man, the Apocalypse, the Trinity and the Nicene Creed. Also discussed are the most significant historical developments that shaped and influenced Christianity today, among them Gnosticism, Deism, Calvinism and Fundamentalism, the ontological argument, The Book of Common Prayer, papal infallibility and the Rapture.

In this controversial excerpt from his book "Solid Ground," Mr. Clay enters territory on which, he says, angels fear to tread, and attempts to answer the question: are there God-designed differences between a man and a woman, and, if so, what are they? No matter your opinion on this topic, you are sure to benefit from Mr. Clay's explanation of what the Bible says about men and women, and how their differences are designed to forward the family and the kingdom of God.

What is God like? In reality, we don't have to guess. Over the centuries, God has gone to great lengths to explain in the Bible who He is, what He is like, and what pleases Him. Entire books (some of them very boring) have been written to explore this topic. This title, an excerpt from the book "Solid Ground", does it quickly -- but no less thoroughly -- than a much larger tome. What is God like? Find out in this title.

In the title "Predestination and Free Will", Mr. Clay explored the tension between two seemingly irreconcilable theological positions. He explained that there were two main camps, and he explained why they disagree, and how he believed the two positions could be combined to a more correct understanding of the scriptures. In this chapter taken from his book "Solid Ground", Mr. Clay talks about the Reformed doctrines of eternal security, total depravity, irresistible grace, limited atonement, and the preservation of the saints. He contrasts them with the opposing positions and explains which ...

The writer of the book of Hebrews in the Bible refers to "elementary teachings." This title explores those "elementary teachings" that Mr. Clay hasn't already explored in other "Solid Ground" titles: repentance from dead works and faith in God, instructions about washings (baptism?), and laying on of hands. Whether your feel these topics are elementary or not, you're sure to benefit from reading Mr. Clay's explanation of them.

Jesus famously said "You cannot serve God and Mammon." But how do we serve God and not serve Mammon? Don't we work for money and purchase the necessities of life with it? What exactly did Jesus mean? What do we do with our money? This chapter from the book "Solid Ground" explores this topic in a way that is sure to astonish many a Christian. Mr. Clay challenges each believer to return to the Bible and discover what it really says about God and Gold. The answer may surprise you.