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Learnings, teachings, and theology for anyone to reference during difficult times, stressful workdays, and times of study and growth.
Mormonism vs. Biblical Christianity: 6 Major Differences
Some beliefs may sound similar on the surface, but the foundation tells a different story. In this article, Costi Hinn outlines six major differences that separate Mormonism from biblical Christianity.
Theology Terms Explained: “General Revelation”
General revelation is how God makes Himself known to all people, everywhere, at all times through creation and the human conscience. It reveals that God exists, that He is powerful, and that He is worthy of worship.
7 Misconceptions About Communion
In this article, Costi Hinn addresses seven common misconceptions about communion, bringing clarity to a practice that is both deeply meaningful and often misunderstood.
Do Christians Have to Stand With Israel?
Blind allegiance and careless criticism both miss the mark. In this article, Costi Hinn explains how to hold a biblical view of Israel without drifting into political idolatry or theological confusion.
Theology Terms Explained: “Inerrancy of Scripture”
The inerrancy of Scripture means that the Bible, in its original writings, is completely true and without error in everything it affirms. Because God is the ultimate author of Scripture and God cannot lie, His Word is perfectly trustworthy.
Theology Terms Explained: “Penal Substitution”
Penal substitution explains the heart of the gospel: Jesus took the punishment our sin deserved so we could be forgiven. God’s justice was satisfied, and His mercy was displayed—fully and finally—at the cross.
Theology Terms Explained: “Demonology”
The Bible never treats demons as mythology or exaggeration. Understanding demonology helps believers stay sober-minded, discerning, and firmly anchored in the authority of Christ.
4 Views on Eschatology
In this article, Costi Hinn surveys the four views of eschatology and encourages believers to approach these doctrines with humility, readiness, and a Christ-centered focus.
Theology Terms Explained: “Atonement”
The atonement is not just a theological term—it is the heart of the gospel. Without it, there is no forgiveness, no peace with God, and no hope for the sinner. But because of the atoning work of Christ, reconciliation is possible. In this article, we define the term, trace its biblical roots, and show how to bring it into everyday conversations.
Why Theology Matters
In this article, Costi Hinn unpacks eight reasons why theology matters for everyday Christians. He explains how what we believe about God influences how we pray, how we respond to suffering, how we view our work and relationships, and how we remain steadfast in a culture of confusion. Sound doctrine is not optional—it is the foundation for a life rooted in truth.
When Churches Drift
In this article, Kevin Hay explains that when a church trades sound doctrine for soft language, it doesn’t move forward—it drifts. Compromise should never be mistaken for compassion. True love holds fast to the truth.
Is Calvinism Biblical?
Many people ask if the tenets of Calvinism are truly biblical. In this article, Costi Hinn outlines Calvin’s 5 points (TULIP) and how they reflect the teaching of Scripture.
Theology Terms Explained: “Glorification”
Glorification is vital for the Christian to understand because this concept is tied to our hope for the future. Glorification is the final state for believers, in that we are no longer sinful, no longer sick, no longer in our human form, and no longer subject to the attacks of the evil one. Glorification is a promise from God that if we believe in His Son, Jesus Christ, we will have experienced justification, salvation, sanctification, and then glorification. This is the realization of every blessing and treasure that Christ has laid up for us in heaven (1 Peter 1:3-5).
Theology Terms Explained: “Aseity”
God’s aseity is one of the most unknown and underappreciated of His attributes. This attribute marks the difference between the Creator and His creation. It is linked to eternality in that He is an eternal being, and that before all things He was. God was not created by anything and is not dependent on anything.
Theology Terms Explained: “Hamartiology”
Hamartiology is the theological study of sin and it comes from the New Testament Greek word hamartia which means to “miss the mark.” This is where we get the idea that sin is “missing the mark” of God’s standard (Romans 3:23) and the truth that without a solution for our sin we are damned to eternity in hell.
Theology Terms Explained: “Sanctification”
Sanctification is being set apart and made holy. It is both immediate when we believe the gospel, and ongoing as we are convicted of our sin, confess our sin, and are cleansed of sin. To be sanctified is to be set part for sacredness.
Theology Terms Explained: “Repentance”
Greek word for “repent” is metanoia and it means “a change of mind.” Repentance is not just regret for being caught in sin or having to suffer consequences from your own sin, repentance is a change of mind about your decisions and the sin those decisions led to.
Theology Terms Explained: “Hermeneutics”
Hermeneutics is the practice and discipline of interpreting the Bible. It is incredibly important to have good (or “sound”) hermeneutics so that you can hear from God accurately through the Bible.
Theology Terms Explained: “Legalism”
Legalism treats moral behaviors and obedience to God’s Law as to how you achieve salvation. This leads to a primary emphasis on behavior modification and rarely focuses on heart transformation.
Theology Terms Explained: “Antinomian”
People who are antinomian believe that there is no need to obey the Law of God because we are under grace. Antinomianism is the extreme opposite of works-based salvation (which insists that obeying God’s Law is what saves you).