Early Christianity

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Persecution and Providence

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By: Tom Knoff, PhD | May 10, 2026 Five Persecutions God Used to Shape the Theology and Practice of the Early Church Roman persecution was…

Apologetics, Bellator Christi, Brian Chilton, Early Christianity, Easter, Jesus, Layman's Manual on Christian Apologetics, Resurrection

The RISEN Defense for the Resurrection

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By: Brian G. Chilton, PhD | April 5, 2026 (Easter Sunday) Happy Easter! As the angels proclaimed to the women at the tomb, their words…

Apologetics, Christianity, Early Christianity, Historical, Tony Williams

Santa Claus: The Myth, the Man, and the Truth

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By: Anthony Williams | November 30, 2025 Disclosure: This article is rated PG-13. If you are 13 or under, please get permission from a parent…

Accuracy of the Bible, Apologetics, bible interpretation, Biblical Canon, Biblical Inerrancy, Church History, Early Christianity, God's Word, Historical, Tom Knoff

The Three Apostolic Safeguards of Irenaeus: A Timeless Guide for Exposing Heresy and Defending Christian Truth

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By Tom Knoff February 23, 2025 Formative Years The second century was a critical period for the Christian church as it navigated both external persecution…

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Epiphany: The Magi and Why They Matter

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By: Leo Percer, Ph.D. | January 5, 2025 Introduction Some branches of Christianity celebrate Epiphany on January 6 or January 7. Let’s consider briefly what…