The seventh commandment: You shall not commit adulteryAdultery is the voluntary sexual intercourse between a married person and a person who is not his or her spouse. This also relates to fornication and other sexual behaviors that God has forbidden in His Word. The seventh commandment declares: “You shall not commit adultery.” (Exodus 20:14) This commandment is not limited to unfaithfulness to... Read more »
The fifth commandment: Honor Your Father and MotherThe fifth commandment reaches far beyond the parent/child relationship. It sets a pattern for how we relate to every authority God places in our lives and how those authorities must care for the people under them. The commandment trains households, churches, and nations in honor, love, order, and justice. The fifth commandment is: “Honor your... Read more »
The third commandment: You shall not take the name of the Lord your God in vainThe third commandment guards how we speak, think, write, and live in relation to God’s holy name. The third commandment is: “You shall not take the name of the LORD your God in vain, for the LORD will not leave him unpunished who takes His name in vain.” (Exo 20:7 NAS) The word “take” in this context... Read more »
The second commandment: You shall not make for yourself an idol.The Second Commandment is God’s loving guardrail for worship. It does not ban all art or everyday symbols; rather, it forbids using images to represent God for the purpose of worship. Like in this video, Images appearing in Apostles-Creed.org videos are educational illustrations only, not intended for worship and not to be viewed as accurate... Read more »
The first commandment: You shall have no other gods before MeGod gives this command in the singular, “you,” so each of us hears it personally, as if He were calling us by name. We’re quick to claim His promises, but we often treat His commands as if they’re meant for someone else. By saying “you,” God makes it unmistakable: this command addresses every person individually.... Read more »
Study Guide: The Ten CommandmentsThe Ten Commandments offers a compelling journey into the heart of biblical law and its timeless relevance. The first video sets the stage by introducing the preface of the commandments. The next ten videos each dedicate a full episode to one of the ten commandments, exploring its meaning, purpose, and practical application in contemporary life.... Read more »
Saint Irenaeus of Lyons: Defender of the Faith 📖 A Bridge to the Apostles Saint Irenaeus (c. 130–202 AD) was one of the earliest and most important Christian theologians of the post-apostolic era. Born in Smyrna (modern-day Turkey), he was a student of Polycarp, who in turn had been a disciple of the Apostle John. This direct connection made Irenaeus a powerful link... Read more »
Which phrase “only Son” or “only begotten Son” is used in the original Apostles Creed?Most English versions of the Old Roman Creed and the Apostles Creed state in part "Jesus Christ His only Son, our Lord," but some translations of this clause have "only begotten" instead of "only." Is the original language Greek, and is the word here "monogenes?" Do Latin versions of these creeds use "unicus" or "unigenitis" here? I'm trying to learn how the ancient Church understood the word "monogenes."
Catechetical lectures of Cyril of Jerusalem✝️ Who Was Cyril of Jerusalem? Cyril of Jerusalem (c. 313–386 AD) was a revered bishop and early Church Father during the fourth century. Serving in a time of theological tension and political upheaval, Cyril became known for his pastoral care, his defense of orthodoxy, and most notably, his Catechetical Lectures—a series of teachings delivered... Read more »
Did Jesus preach the gospel to spirits in hades and raise them to heaven?A really good comment was submitted from my contact page in regards to "hades." This is the comment that was sent. "One thing I think you may have not considered or mentioned on the “paradise” issue is it *prior to the resurrection* being a separated compartment of sheol. You did say this was also the... Read more »