Passing the Torch

Church HistorySteve Gregg
In "Passing the Torch," Steve Gregg discusses the apostolic period of the church, emphasizing the work of the Holy Spirit and the formation of the body of Christ. Gregg notes the importance of avoiding confusion between the work of the Spirit and the organization of the church, and warns against the tendency towards legalism and mystical practices. He also touches on early church heresies and the influence of James, who played a significant role in establishing the authority of the Jerusalem church. Overall, Gregg emphasizes the important role of the apostles in establishing the norms and authority of the church.
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Steve Gregg discusses early Christian heresies in this talk. He explains that some people defected from the faith, and contemporary apostles who lived
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In "The Very Beginning," Steve Gregg explores the early days of the Christian church and its relationship to the Jewish synagogue. He notes that while
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