Theology with Ricky Nazworth

 The doctrine of Conditional Security asserts that salvation, while a gift of grace through faith, can be forfeited through a subsequent loss of faith. This perspective acknowledges the dynamic nature of faith, emphasizing that the same faith that initiates salvation must be continually nurtured and sustained. This version of Conditional Security posits that a believer can lose their salvation only in the same way they received it—through faith, or more specifically, through a lack of faith. The Foundation of Salvation: Faith Salvation is intricately tied to faith. Ephesians 2:8-9 states, "For by grace you have been saved through faith, and this is not your own doing; it is the gift of God—not the result of works, so that no one may boast." This passage highlights that faith is the conduit through which the grace of salvation is received. Faith, therefore, is not merely an initial step but the foundation upon which the entire Christian life is built. The Possibility of Aposta...

The Analogical Day-Age Theory is a nuanced interpretation within Old Earth Creationism that seeks to harmonize the biblical account of creation in Genesis with modern scientific evidence for an ancient Earth and universe. Rather than viewing the "days" of Genesis as literal 24-hour periods, this theory understands them as symbolic categories or long epochs, reflecting the orderly and purposeful unfolding of God’s creative work. By doing so, the Analogical Day-Age Theory allows for a coherent integration of faith and reason, maintaining the integrity of Scripture while embracing the vast timescales revealed by science. Biblical Foundations At the core of the Analogical Day-Age Theory is the interpretation of the Hebrew word yom (translated as "day") in Genesis. While yom can refer to a literal 24-hour day, it also has broader meanings, including an indefinite period. For instance, Genesis 2:4 summarizes the entire creation process as occurring in "the day that...

 The belief in Credo-Baptism, or believer's baptism, is founded on a combination of scriptural interpretation and historical practice within the Christian tradition. This view holds that baptism should be administered only to those who have made a conscious profession of faith in Jesus Christ. The justification for this belief can be traced through key scriptural passages and the practices of the early church and Reformation movements. Scriptural Justification The Great Commission (Matthew 28:19-20) : "Therefore go and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, and teaching them to obey everything I have commanded you." This passage suggests a sequence: making disciples (which involves teaching and conversion) precedes baptism. This indicates that baptism is for those who have become disciples, implying a conscious decision to follow Christ. Acts 2:38-41 : "Peter replied, ‘Repent and be baptized, eve...