Sunday, October 1, 2017

Discovering The Apostle Paul Teachings And Letters

By George Baker


To comprehend the concepts of early Christianity, there are several places those interested can do so. One of which is a free class "Early Christianity, The Letters of Paul, " which is a free online HarvardX course offered through the edX dot org website. For, the course offers a great deal of information on The Apostle Paul Teachings, transformation and related letters which the apostle wrote during that time.

There are also many resources related to the apostle including several papers which can be found online. Whereas, others prefer a more personal approach through a church or Sunday school program. There are also public and university libraries which offer a number of books related to these teachings.

Individuals who enjoy watching television, film and video can often find a number of programs related to the apostle. For example, there are several videos which are part of a HarvardX course through the edX dot org website. Those interested in more independent studies of the apostle and these teachings, can often check out a variety of materials related to the subject at local college and public libraries.

When it comes to the Bible which many believe to be the so-called Word of God, there are several books which hold these teachings. Most likely, these teachings were based on the few, and often difficult to read letters that were believed to be those written by Paul to the early Church. While this is the case, the letters alone do not prove the theory in a living Christ. Although, the letters do suggest that the apostle lived first as a Jew, then after seeing a vision of Christ, converted to Christianity.

When desiring to learn as much as possible about these teachings, the Bible also holds a great deal of information. Various teachings related to Paul can be found in the books of First and Second Corinthians, First Thessalonians, Galatians, Romans, Philippians and Philemon. While this is the case, the teachings in these scriptures still do not provide proof in an actual living Christ, or the resurrection, crucifixion, or ascension.

Other artifacts, such as those found from the time of Moses and the Wilderness also provide proof in the existence of Moses; However, do not necessarily prove in the parting of the red sea or other activities associated with the time. For, as with Paul, these aspects are often those which must be accepted on faith, especially by those subscribing to the Christian faith.

Ultimately, each individual must find the truth that aligns with personal belief systems. Most often, these beliefs have been taught down through generations based on past family religious ties and beliefs. However, in some cases, there are those who set out on a spiritual journey to find one's own truth based on life experience.

It should be noted that there are even differing beliefs within different sects of the Christian faith. For most, the faith involves believing in the unseen Father, Son and Holy Ghost, or the holy trinity. In most cases, it is believed one must personally and publically accept Jesus Christ as the son of God and personal savior to gain access to heaven and eternal life.




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