Living Theology

Why does an all-knowing God allow the innocent to suffer? Let's seek answers together. #BiblicalTruths #ExploringTheology #SeekingAnswers #FaithJourney #WednesdayClass #DeepDive #Naicker #brendonnaicker #theologyschool #londoncitychurch #joburgchurch #biblicalstudies #biblicalteaching

Embark on an exploration that fuses intellectual inquiry with the raw authenticity of human emotion. "Theodicy- a group study of the problem of Evil" isn't just about philosophy; it's an experience into the intricate ideas and feelings that shape our understanding. As you journey through the course, engage in group activities that promote communal exploration, bridging the gap between theory and p...

O foolish Galatians! Who has bewitched you? It was before your eyes that Jesus Christ was publicly aportrayed as crucified. 2 Let me ask you only this: Did you receive the Spirit by works of the law or by chearing with faith? 3 Are you so foolish? Having begun by the Spirit, are you now being perfected by the flesh?

In Cana's grace, a gospel divine, Jesus wove water into wine. Miracle's touch, a feast designed, Love's transformation, truth enshrined. #brendonnaicker #theologyschool #londoncitychurch #theology #wine #waterwine #vintage #swindonchurch

Study the heart of Christianity's communal essence with Ecclesiology! This doctrine isn't just about buildings; it's about uncovering the church's identity, purpose, and role in the world. From early origins to contemporary challenges, it's a journey that reshapes our understanding of faith. #ChristianCommunity #SpiritualJourney #ChurchIdentity #divinepurpose #joburgchurch #swindonchurch #Ecclesio...

Uncover the significance of Jesus Christ’s preexistence, prophecies, incarnation, resurrection, and more. Join us to study the doctrine of Christology and its impact on faith and theology. #Christology #JesusChrist #DivineHumanNature #Theology #BiblicalStudies #ChristianFaith #Redeemer #Incarnation #Resurrection #BibleStudy #ChristianDoctrine #EternalSignificance

As we journey together into this essential doctrine, may our hearts be stirred with gratitude and wonder at the boundless love of our Heavenly Father, who offers us salvation as a free gift. Let us seek a deeper understanding of the transformative power of the Gospel, which holds the key to our reconciliation with God and the hope of eternal life in His presence. #DoctrineOfSalvation #ChristianFai...

Eternal security finds its biblical roots in the unchanging promises of God, who assures believers that salvation is a gift of grace, not earned by human efforts. Through the sacrifice of Jesus Christ on the cross, sins are forgiven completely, and those who genuinely accept Him as Saviour are sealed with the Holy Spirit, guaranteeing their inheritance of eternal life. Numerous passages affirm the...

The doctrine of man provides theological insights into the nature, purpose, and destiny of human beings. It highlights the significance of the image of God, the impact of sin and redemption through Christ, and the hope of eternal life. #DoctrineOfMan #HumanNature #Theologicalinquiry #PhilosophicalExploration #HumanPurpose #HumanPotential #WillAndExperiences #MoralStanding #ExistentialEnigma #SelfD...

The Doctrine of God is a theological system that looks at what God is, what God is like, and how God interacts with people. It includes core beliefs about God's presence, His nature, and the reasons He made the world. #DoctrineOfGod #Theology #DivineNature #ExistenceOfGod #DivineAttributes #Aseity #Immutability #Eternity #Omnipotence #Omniscience #Omnipresence #Goodness #Holiness #Love #Justice #S...

In realms beyond our earthly sight, Where celestial wonders shine so bright, A #haven fair, where love abounds, Heaven awaits the #redeemed, #joy resounds. From weary paths and trials of pain, A refuge beckons, where all tears wane, Where golden gates swing open wide, Heaven awaits the redeemed, side by side. Where #angels sing in harmonious praise, And radiant sunsets eternally blaze, Where every...

As we explore the doctrine of Scripture, we must recognise that its authority extends beyond a mere intellectual acknowledgment. It holds profound implications for our lives as believers. When we wholeheartedly embrace the authority of Scripture, we acknowledge its divine authorship and entrust ourselves to its transformative power. The Scriptures become more than mere words on a page; they become...

The issue of subconscious racism in church leadership selection is a challenging one that requires careful examination and introspection. By considering the possibility of subconscious bias in their own church's leadership selection process and challenging cultural and societal beliefs that may be contributing to unconscious biases, individuals can work towards creating a more inclusive and divers...

Culture is a powerful force that shapes the beliefs, values, and behaviours of individuals and societies. While some aspects of culture can be positive and beneficial, others can be detrimental and damaging, particularly to the church. We will explore how culture negatively affects the church, using biblical examples of Jonah, Sodom, the woman at the well and Daniel. #culture #religion #brendonnai...

I have now to ask whether you can consent to part with your daughter early next spring, to see her no more in this world? Whether you can consent to see her departure to a heathen land, and her subjection to the hardships and sufferings of a missionary life? Whether you can consent to her exposure to the dangers of the ocean; to the fatal influence of the southern climate of India; to every kind o...

In recent years, the interest in the spirit world has increased. The increase of spiritualism; New Age movements; eastern meditation and yoga practices are considered fashionable in society and is even publicised by prominent celebrities. Some perceive Christianity as being old fashioned and not exciting. Hence, Strategic Level Spiritual Warfare (SLSW) is the latest invention for bringing that whi...

The Bible describes the new birth as God's creation of us as new creatures because it results in such a profound transformation that it gives us a new nature and a brand-new identity. An early intentional parallel is drawn to God's creative act of making the world and humanity. For we are God's handiwork, created in Christ Jesus to do good works he has foreordained for us to do (Eph. 2:10). #brend...

Sanctification is a necessary work of God, it is also a necessary work of our salvation. The elect, redeemed sinner must be sanctified in order to be saved. Without this work, one is not saved, and an unholy sinner cannot consider himself saved. Scripture teaches that sanctification is required for salvation. #sanctification #church #theologyschool #brendonnaicker

Jesus Christ prayed 2,000 years ago, on the day before His crucifixion for us, "Sanctify them through thy truth: thy word is truth" (John 17:17). Christ's prayer on that historic night, as well as His ongoing intercession for His church Jesus Christ suffered the cross for our sanctification: "And for their sakes I sanctify myself [by the death of the cross], that they also may be sanctified throug...

What it means to be "born-again" is one of the most misunderstood teachings of the modern era. Most modern Christians have been taught that a sinner becomes born-again when he repents of his sin and places his faith in God. This was the position of the Arminian party, which was opposed. It was questioned how could a dead man have faith. The modern church teaches that in order to be born-again, you...

“Jesus is the propitiation for our sins, and not for ours only but also for the sins of the whole world.” Jesus’ death was sufficient for all sins, not just the sins of those who specifically come to Him in faith. The fact that Christ’s death was sufficient for all sin would also allow the “possibility” of God’s applying that payment to those who were never capable of believing. #Theologyschool #b...

By using phrases like "accept Christ," we hope to reach people who have a limited understanding of the Bible and still want to hear the truth. A word does not need to be part of the biblical vocabulary if it is theologically correct and helps in comprehension.

Salvation in the Old Testament Your father Abraham rejoiced to see my day: and he saw it, and was glad. Then said the Jews unto him, Thou art not yet fifty years old, and hast thou seen Abraham? Jesus said unto them, Verily, verily, I say unto you, Before Abraham was, I am. Then took they up stones to cast at him: but Jesus hid himself, and went out of the temple, going through the midst of them,...

Justification is forensic, which means that it is legal. We are declared just in God's courtroom because Jesus lived an obedient life and paid the penalty for our sins. We receive this justification by faith alone, because there are no good deeds we can do to earn it. Because justification is wholly by faith, apart from any good works of ours, we are simultaneously just and yet sinners. Sinfulness...

What causes quarrels and what causes fights among you? Is it not this, that your passions are at war within you? You desire and do not have, so you murder. You covet and cannot obtain, so you fight and quarrel. You do not have, because you do not ask. You ask and do not receive, because you ask wrongly, to spend it on your passions. You adulterous people! Do you not know that friendship with the w...