The Early Church’s Growth and Principles for Modern Faith Communities The early Christian communities expanded under challenging circumstances, lacking both numerical strength, material wealth or institutional power. Their growth and influence were remarkable, largely attributed to the personal missionary endeavours of figures like Paul and the apostles, as well as […]
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What is the Contemporary Anabaptist Eschatological view?Anabaptist eschatology typically aligns more closely with Amillennialism, although it is not strictly confined to any single eschatological view. Here’s a more detailed look at how Anabaptists generally approach eschatology: AmillennialismMany Anabaptists embrace Amillennialism, which interprets the “millennium” mentioned in Revelation as a symbolic […]
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From an Anabaptist perspective, Jesus’ teachings in the Sermon on the Mount are seen not as a contradiction but as a fulfilment and deepening of the Old Testament commandments. This understanding is based on several key principles within line with Anabaptist hermeneutics and theology: Addressing the Apparent ContradictionAnabaptists would argue […]
Read More In many Western cultures, the practice of women wearing head coverings is not prevalent or even considered appropriate. However, several reasons grounded in biblical scripture suggest why women might consider adopting this practice regardless of cultural norms. Here are different themes and reasons, each supported by specific Bible verses, Though […]
Read More “At that time Jesus declared, “I thank you, Father, Lord of heaven and earth, that you have hidden these things from the wise and understanding and revealed them to little children;.“Matthew 11:25 Anabaptists hold a firm conviction in the self-interpreting nature of the Bible, asserting that ordinary Christians could confidently […]
Read More The concept of cryonics, as described in the recent article “Preserving Life After Death,” certainly captivates the imagination, promising a futuristic solution to the age-old problem of mortality. However, several critical issues arise from this pursuit, which are often overlooked in the excitement surrounding this technological advancement. The two most […]
Read More The article “What is the Essence of Anabaptism?” gathers perspectives from various contributors on what Anabaptism means to them, often in a few key words or short phrases, with some elaboration. Here are the main ideas and key quotes: Key Themes and Quotes Personal Faith and Christocentrism Sylvie Kremer: “Personal […]
Read More We reproduce here in full the Contemporary Anabaptist church core convictions, which concisely describe the beliefs of its members: These convictions outline the stance of a Jesus-centred gospel with a focus on the Christ centred ethical implications of being the church in a post-Christendom context.
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What did we loose when Jesus was moved from the margins In the Anabaptist understanding, following Jesus isn’t just a phrase—it’s a lifestyle. Jesus is seen as not just a historical figure or a theological concept, but as the ultimate example, teacher, friend, redeemer, and Lord. Anabaptists emphasize that being […]
Read More Title: Jesus: The Living Word of God – Our Anabaptist Perspective In the tapestry of our Christian faith, few concepts are as central and profound as the identification of Jesus Christ as the Word of God. This belief, deeply rooted in scripture, holds a special significance for us as Anabaptists, […]
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