History of Christianity

Futurism - Scheme of Deception

Is Futurism a correct interpretation of Bible teachings? Where did this doctrine come from?

What Does the Bible Say About Indulgences?

Was Christ’s sacrifice on the cross enough, or do you need to do something more to obtain salvation? Find out whether the Bible supports indulgences.

The Bloody History of Papal Rome

The oppression of Protestants is widespread and consistent throughout history.

Who were the Nicolaitans (Rev 2:6 and 2:15) and what did they do?

Who were the Nicolaitans and what did they do and teach that was offensive to Christ? Read on to learn about this group and why Jesus was displeased with them.

Constantine and the Sabbath Change

Sunday was transformed from a pagan to Christian day of worship in part due to Constantine's contributions in the fourth century AD.

Preterism and the Counter-Reformation

What does Preterism teach? How did it influence the Counter-Reformation?

Mithraism in Christianity?

What is Mithraism? How has this ancient pagan religion crept into Christianity today?

The Inquisition

What was the Inquisition? Did the Inquisition even happen? Discover how the Inquisition came to be, and whether it has ever truly ended.

Gnosticism - What Is It?

Is Gnostic teaching prevalent today?

The Woman in the Wilderness - Keeper of the Faith

The Bible reveals that soon after the apostles, God’s true church fled into the wilderness and was hidden from public view. Generally, however, historians mistakenly identify the conspicuous but fallen church as the only Christian church in early times. There was another clandestine Christian church that adhered to Biblical teachings despite being persecuted. This was a fulfillment of prophecy.

Revelation 2:1-7: Church of Ephesus

A verse-by-verse Commentary on Revelation 2:1-7, church of Ephesus.

Rome's Challenge

Most Christians assume that Sunday is the Biblically-approved day of worship. The Roman Catholic Church protests that it transferred Christian worship from the Biblical Sabbath (Saturday) to Sunday, and that to try to argue that the change was made in the Bible is both dishonest and a denial of Catholic authority. It states that Protestantism wants to base its teachings only on the Bible, it should worship on Saturday.

Revelation 3:1-6 - Church of Sardis

A verse-by-verse commentary on Revelation 3:1-6, church of Sardis.

Revelation 2:8-11 - Church of Smyrna

A verse-by-verse commentary on Revelation 2:8-11, church of Smyrna.

The Pope Claims to Be God on Earth

Read proof that throughout the Roman Church's history, the Papacy has often claimed that the Pope is divine.

Revelation 2:12-17 - Church of Pergamos

A verse-by-verse commentary on Revelation 2:12-17, church of Pergamos

Higher Criticism vs. Historicism: Interpreting the Scriptures

How did the apostles, Bible writers, and pioneers interpret the Bible? Learn the time-tested rules that you can use too!

Revelation 2:18-29 - Church of Thyatira

A verse-by-verse commentary on Revelation 2:18-29, church of Thyatira.

How the Adventist Pioneers Studied the Bible

Rediscover simple yet profound methods of Bible study that have stood the test of time.