What do all Christians need to believe? In this episode of Word for Word, we break down the core doctrines that shape the Christian faith—truths that aren’t optional, but essential. We talk about who God is, why the Bible can be trusted, and what makes Jesus not just a good teacher, but the Savior. Whether you’re new to the faith or looking to sharpen your understanding, this conversation will help you see why these beliefs matter and how they hold everything else together.
⏱️ Chapters00:00 – Introduction02:05 – The Nature of Essential Doctrine03:28 – The Trinity07:18 - The Trinity: There is One God07:38 - The Trinity: Baptism of Jesus07:56 - The Trinity: Each Person is Fully God08:46 - The Trinity: The Holy Spirit is God09:14 - The Trinity: Each Person is Distinct09:38 - The Trinity: This Has Always Been True11:21 – God’s Attributes18:05 – Christ | Fully God and Fully Man19:10 – Virgin Birth of Christ24:35 – Christ's Sinless Life29:32 – Christ's Substitutionary Death32:50 – Christ's Resurrection36:27 – Salvation Through Christ Alone44:06 – The Authority of Scripture45:11 – Divine Inspiration46:18 – Trustworthiness and Authority48:04 – Inerrancy and Infallibility56:26 – Application
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