The doctrines that divide : a fresh look at the historic doctrines that separate Christians /

Lutzer, Erwin W.

The doctrines that divide : a fresh look at the historic doctrines that separate Christians / Erwin Lutzer. - Grand Rapids, Michigan : Kregel Publications, (c)1998. - 247 pages ; 22 cm

Includes bibliographical references.

Introduction : why these controversies? -- Is Christ truly God? -- Is Christ truly man? -- Was Mary the mother of God? -- Was Peter the first pope? -- Justification : by faith, sacraments, or both? -- Why can't we agree about the Lord's Supper? -- Why can't we agree about baptism? -- How many books are in the Bible? -- Predestination or free will : Augustine volume Pelagius -- Predestination or free will : Luther volume Erasmus -- Predestination or free will : Calvin volume Arminius -- Predestination or free will : Whitefield vs. Wesley -- Can a saved person ever be lost?

Christian doctrine is a vital part of the gospel message, but certain doctrinal beliefs have divided the church for centuries. Lutzer examines various controversies that exist within the broad spectrum of Christianity, presenting the historical background of the issue and the biblical understanding of the doctrine. Chapters include "Predestination or Free Will?" "Justification by Faith." https://www.amazon.com/Doctrines-That-Divide-Historic-Christians/dp/0825431654/ref=sr_1_1?crid=1F5UPFJOTV897&keywords=0825431654&qid=1681840872&sprefix=0825431654%2Caps%2C72&sr=8-1



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Theology, Doctrinal--History.

BT21 / .D638 1998