Posted on 26 May 2026
Apostasy refers to a defiance of an established system or authority, a rebellion, or an abandonment or breach of faith. In the first-century world, apostasy was a term used for political revolt or defection. Today, spiritual apostasy poses a threat to the Body of Christ.
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Posted on 26 May 2026
The question of whether the apostle Paul was married or not is one that has intrigued many believers throughout history. While the Bible does not explicitly state whether Paul was married, there are some clues that can be found in his writings and historical context.
Posted on 26 May 2026
The Apostles’ Creed is a statement of faith that summarizes key beliefs held by Christians around the world. While it is not found in the Bible and was not written by the apostles themselves, it is called the Apostles’ Creed because it …
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Posted on 25 May 2026
The apocryphal gospels are a collection of works that claim to record additional words and deeds of Jesus, beyond what is found in the canonical gospels of Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John. The term "apocrypha" comes from the Greek word for "obscure" or "hidden," as these works were …
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Posted on 25 May 2026
Apollinarianism was a heresy that emerged in the fourth century and challenged the early church's understanding of the nature of Jesus Christ. Named after Apollinaris the Younger, bishop of the Laodicean church, this belief system denied the full humanity and perfection of Jesus …
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Posted on 25 May 2026
Apollo Quiboloy is the founder and leader of the Kingdom of Jesus Christ, the Name Above Every Name (KJC), a Philippines-based religious group. Quiboloy was previously involved in the National Assembly of United Pentecostal Church in the Philippines. He claims to have received a divine calling from God …
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Posted on 24 May 2026
In Hebrew poetry, one of the major literary devices used is parallelism. Parallelism involves restating the same idea in different words, side by side. However, there is a specific type of parallelism called antithetical parallelism that provides contrast or antithesis. This means that instead of restating the same …
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Posted on 23 May 2026
Antifa, short for "anti-fascist," is a loosely organized group of activists in the United States who claim to oppose authoritarianism, racism, and right-leaning politics. The term "antifa" originated from the German word "antifaschistisch," which means "anti-fascist." While the idea of being against fascism …
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Posted on 23 May 2026
Antinomianism is a term derived from the ancient Greek language, meaning "against law." It refers to a belief system held by some Christians who argue that, due to divine grace, they are liberated from biblical law, church-prescribed norms, and even moral law. Essentially, antinomians view …
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Posted on 23 May 2026
Apartheid is a system of segregation based on race, gender, or other factors wherein the ruling faction dominates. It is most closely associated with the former political climate of the Republic of South Africa from 1948 to 1994, where the minority …
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Posted on 23 May 2026
The Apocalypse of Moses, also known as the Life of Adam and Eve, is a book that falls under the category of Pseudepigrapha. Pseudepigrapha refers to "false writings," and while the title of the book attributes authorship to Moses …
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