The Donatist controversy emerged from North Africa’s struggle for purity, leadership integrity, and Scriptural authority after persecution.
The Donatist Controversy Begins
The Diocletianic Persecution and the Blood of the Martyrs
The Diocletianic Persecution revealed unwavering Christian faithfulness, demonstrating that no earthly power can silence the truth or extinguish loyalty to Christ.
The Decian and Valerian Persecutions
An in-depth examination of the Decian and Valerian persecutions, showing how early Christians resisted imperial demands for idolatry through unwavering loyalty to Christ.
Origen’s Exegesis and the Influence of Allegorical Interpretation
Origen elevated allegory above Scripture’s plain meaning, shaping centuries of interpretive confusion and highlighting the need for historical-grammatical exegesis.
Tertullian and the Emergence of Latin Theology
Tertullian laid the foundation for Latin theology through rigorous biblical exegesis, moral seriousness, and bold defense of Christian truth.
Irenaeus and the Refutation of Gnosticism
Irenaeus defended Scripture and Christ’s true humanity, refuting Gnosticism and preserving biblical truth for Christian living and spiritual growth.
Justin Martyr and the Apologetic Defense of Christianity
Justin Martyr defended Christianity through Scripture, fulfilled prophecy, moral transformation, and reason, presenting the faith as the only true revelation.
The Martyrdom of Polycarp and the Testimony of Faithfulness
Polycarp’s martyrdom stands as a powerful testimony of unwavering Christian faithfulness, grounded in Scripture and anchored in the hope of resurrection.
The Alexandrian and Antiochene Theological Schools
A detailed exploration of the Alexandrian and Antiochene theological schools and their lasting influence on conservative evangelical interpretation.
The Rise of Episcopal Hierarchies and Departure from Apostolic Simplicity
A detailed examination of how early congregations moved from Scriptural elder leadership to centralized episcopal hierarchies.
