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The 'Faith Once Delivered': How doctrine was changed in the early Church*

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UNV 1
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Lecture
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Class

Part of THL 132 Acts of the Apostles

This class, taught by Darris McNeely, briefly covers the first two hundred years of church history. The topic was divided into four parts: The 'Age of Shadows' and Beyond; Gnosticism; Personalities, Sabbaths, Kingdom of God; and Defining God.

McNeely, Darris L.

Darris McNeely works at the United Church of God home office in Cincinnati, Ohio. He and his wife, Debbie, have served for more than 43 years in the ministry. They have two married sons and four grandchildren. Darris is the International Education and Services Coordinator for the church. He also is a resident faculty member at the Ambassador Bible Center teaching Acts, Fundamentals of Belief and World News and Prophecy.  He enjoys travel, reading and spending time with the grandchildren.


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1 The 'Age of Shadow' and Beyond - part 1

This section traces the history of the church through the first century, and explains how history has been repeating itself.
2 The 'Age of Shadow' and Beyond - part 2

Discusses the biblical truths that have been attacked and corrupted through the ages.
3 Gnosticism - part 1

What is Gnosticism? Where did it all begin? This section covers some of the major ideas of Gnosticism and their origins with biblical backup.
4 Gnosticism - part 2

This section focuses on modern forms of gnosticism and how it is directed to our teens and though popular culture today.
5 Personalities, Sabbaths, Kingdom of God - part 1

Discussion of factors that the church faced and the people involved such as—Papias; Ignatius of Anitoch; Polycarp; Bishop of Smyrna; Justin Martyr to name a few. Major doctrines that were attacked, such as the Sabbath, and attacks on Judaism, are covered thoroughly.
6 Personalities, Sabbaths, Kingdom of God - part 2

In this section the doctrine of the church, three factors of influence, second to fourth century issues are covered.
7 Defining God

Discussion on the core teaching of most churches—The Trinity. How the Trinitarian idea is developed. Who is God and what is He doing?