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Christian History & Biography, Fall 2007
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Defining the Faith
Gnosticism emerged during a time when Christians faced an identity crisis.
By Everett Ferguson
In the Know
The Gnostics believed that knowledge was the key to salvation—for a select few.
By David M. Scholer
Also: The Secret Is Out; The Gnostic Christ
One God, One Christ, One Salvation
Irenaeus "the peacemaker" was the early church's best warrior against Gnostic heresy.
By D. Jeffrey Bingham
Also: Gnosticism Unmasked
The Earliest "Mere Christianity"
Before creeds, even before an official New Testament, there was the Rule of Faith.
By D. H. Williams
No Other Gospel
Despite the appearance of Gnostic "gospels," the early church decided that Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John were without rival.
By Nicholas Perrin
Taught by the Apostles
What is the truth about Jesus? Ask those who knew his earliest followers, said Irenaeus.
By Fr. John Behr
The Heresy That Wouldn't Die
Though Gnostic sects faded in the early church, Gnostic ideas have had a long shelf life.
By Philip Jenkins
Roots Matter
Defending the faith in today's cultural climate means not only knowing our Bible but also knowing our history.
By Darrell L. Bock
Recommended Resources
Did you Know?
Interesting facts about ancient Gnosticism.
Timeline
The Unfolding Faith
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