I remember the first time I heard the expression, “No Creed but Christ.” I didn’t know how to respond to that because, at first glance, it sounds so simple, so pure. Without thinking about it too hard it sounds right. I mean, it’s Solus Christus - Christ alone - right? It’s Christ who is the … Continue reading The Importance of the Creeds
Early Church Fathers
Some Reflections on Saint Nicholas Day
Today is one of my favorite Feast Days in the Church calendar: Saint Nicholas Day. It’s a day when we look to the legacy of a man whose life should inspire us to reflect on the call to live as witnesses for Christ as we remember that faith isn’t simply about what we believe. It’s … Continue reading Some Reflections on Saint Nicholas Day
Norma Normans and Norma Normata
The other day a friend sent me a message. The question was a simple one, “I’m curious, whenever you read patristic or medieval quotes that seem to contradict Sola Fide, how do you handle it?” It was a great question – first, because it means he is diving deep into the writings of the church … Continue reading Norma Normans and Norma Normata
Gregory of Nyssa’s Sermon on the Nativity
Gregory of Nyssa (335 - 395 AD) is known as one of the great Cappadocian Fathers and twice served as the Bishop of Nyssa, from 372 to 376 and 378 to 395. His theological works were influential on matters of the Trinity, and, as a staunch defender of orthodox Christianity, the Nicene Creed. He was … Continue reading Gregory of Nyssa’s Sermon on the Nativity
Leo the Great’s Sermon on the Nativity
Leo the Great (400 - 461 AD) served as the Bishop of Rome from 440 to 461 AD. Prior to the Fourth Ecumenical Council at Chalcedon, he issued what would become known as the Tome of Leo to Flavian I, the Archbishop of Constantinople, on the two natures of Christ, which would be accepted as … Continue reading Leo the Great’s Sermon on the Nativity