The Gospel according to Heretics: Discovering Orthodoxy by David E. Wilhite

By David E. Wilhite

on the grounds that what Christian doctrine denies could be as very important as what it affirms, it is very important comprehend teachings approximately Jesus that the early church rejected. Historians now recognize that proponents of different teachings weren't a lot malicious malcontents as they have been erroneous or maybe misunderstood. the following a well-known specialist in early Christian theology teaches orthodox Christology by way of explaining the fake begins (heresies), making the background of theology suitable for present day church. This attractive creation to the christological heresies is acceptable for starting scholars. additionally, pastors and laypeople will locate it necessary for apologetic purposes.

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