Faith Focus: Denominations & Church History

What Was the Great Schism of 1054?

For nearly a thousand years after Pentecost, the Church of Jesus Christ—despite persecution, heresies, and cultural divides—remained formally united. From Jerusalem to Rome, from Antioch to Alexandria, the Christian faith spread with one baptism, one […]

What Caused the Protestant Reformation?

Few events in history have reshaped the world like the Protestant Reformation. What began as a theological protest by a German monk in 1517 erupted into a spiritual revolution that split Western Christianity, redrew political […]

Who was Martin Luther and what did he do?

In the early 1500s, Europe’s religious life revolved entirely around the Roman Catholic Church. It held immense spiritual authority, political influence, and cultural power. But under the grandeur of church buildings and rituals, a storm […]

Why Do Some Churches Speak in Tongues?

You walk into a church, and during the worship or prayer, someone begins speaking a language you don’t understand—perhaps a stream of syllables, a heavenly chant, or a sudden utterance interpreted by another person in […]

What do Pentecostals believe about the Holy Spirit?

Pentecostals hold a distinct and passionate belief about the Holy Spirit that shapes nearly every aspect of their faith and practice. Here’s a detailed overview of what Pentecostals believe about the Holy Spirit: 🔥 The […]

How are Methodists different from Presbyterians?

Great question — especially if you’re trying to understand the different streams of Protestant Christianity. While Methodists and Presbyterians both come from the broader Reformation tradition, they differ in history, theology, governance, and spiritual emphasis. […]

What Do Baptists Believe?

Baptists are among the most widespread Christian groups in the world today — from small rural churches in the American South to thriving congregations in Africa, Asia, and beyond. But behind the diversity of cultures […]

What is the oldest Christian denomination?

The oldest Christian denomination is generally considered to be the Eastern Orthodox Church, Oriental Orthodox Churches, and the Roman Catholic Church, depending on how one defines “denomination.” Let’s break it down historically and theologically: 🏛️ […]

Which Denomination is the Most Biblical?

The question “Which denomination is the most biblical?” resonates deeply within the modern Christian landscape. As believers seek to anchor their faith in the unchanging truth of Scripture, the desire for clarity about which church […]

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