Basic Structure Adopted by the Church During the second and third centuries, the early church adopted a hierarchical structure that began to resemble what we recognize today. The leadership was organized into a cascade system with a single pastor-bishop at the top, who was responsible for appointing the second tier Read more…
Devotional: The Witness of Steadfast Love Lesallan Bostron Ohio Christian University THE2300 Historical Theology I (ONLSP242) Dr. Trent Lambert June 3, 2024 Devotional: The Witness of Steadfast Love During a time of immense persecution, the early Christians, with unwavering courage and strength, stood firm in their faith, embodying the true Read more…
Lesallan – May 31, 2024 Ohio Christian University THE2300 Historical Theology I (ONLSP242) Dr. Trent Lambert The Defense of Christian Orthodoxy Against Gnostic Beliefs In the early years of Christianity, the church grappled with a multitude of challenges that posed a threat to its core beliefs and practices. One such Read more…
May 28, 2024 Devotional Reflection – The Power of Faith Lesallan Bostron Ohio Christian University THE2300 Historical Theology I (ONLSP242) Dr. Trent Lambert May 28, 2024 Devotional Reflection – The Power of Faith As I reflect on this week’s devotional, I am reminded of the power of faith and the Read more…
Written by Lesallan – May 22, 2024 Ohio Christian University THE2300 Historical Theology I (ONLSP242) Dr. Trent Lambert May 22, 2024 The Life and Contributions of Clement I: An Examination of His Impact on Early Christianity Pope Clement I, also known as Clement I, holds great significance in early Christian Read more…
Lesallan Bostron Ohio Christian University THE2300 Historical Theology I (ONLSP242) Dr. Trent Lambert May 21, 2024 Preconceptions of the Historical Realities of Persecution It is often assumed that Christians in the Roman Empire faced constant and widespread persecution. Many envision Christians being thrown to lions in arenas or being systematically Read more…
Ohio Christian University THE2300 Historical Theology (ONLSP242) Dr. Trent Lambert May 21, 2024 Devotional – Studying Church History Studying church history will help me understand the past better. I can learn from the successes and failures of those who came before me in their faith journeys, which provides valuable teachings Read more…
~Lesallan – May 18, 2024 The Power of Personal Development Goals: A Guide to Transforming Your Life Personal development is a journey that never truly ends, as each of us strives towards becoming the best version of ourselves. It’s a process that requires dedication, self-awareness, and an unwavering commitment to Read more…
Written by Lesallan – May 5, 2024 In the teachings of Christianity, Jesus is often portrayed as a figure with an understanding of the deepest human thoughts and the mysteries of the heart. The New Testament mentions that Jesus had remarkable insight into human nature and the hidden aspects of Read more…
Lesallan – May 10, 2024 Ephesians 5:21-33 (ESV): Detailed Analysis Version: ESV Initial Observations & Questions Structure The given passage furnishes explicit instructions for the married couples, while simultaneously drawing analogies between the relationship of Christ with the Church and the Christian way of living and establishing relationships. In the Read more…