Discovering The Apostle Paul Teachings And Letters

By George Baker


Before one can understand the early days of Christianity, one must know how the faith was born. For many, Christianity begins with the religious and spiritual transformation found in The Apostle Paul Teachings and letters. While there are only a few actual letters of the apostle still available, those have detailed information regarding the life and times of the apostle and early Christianity.

Online resources related to Paul include, several papers and other materials which refer to the life and times of this apostle and others. For those who attend church or Sunday School, there are often classes and sermons related to the apostle on a regular basis. In addition, a number of university and public libraries host books, videos and other materials which are representative of Paul and the earliest days of Christianity.

Individuals who enjoy watching television, film and video can often find a number of programs related to the apostle. For example, there are several videos which are part of a HarvardX course through the edX dot org website. Those interested in more independent studies of the apostle and these teachings, can often check out a variety of materials related to the subject at local college and public libraries.

When it comes to the Bible which many believe to be the so-called Word of God, there are several books which hold these teachings. Most likely, these teachings were based on the few, and often difficult to read letters that were believed to be those written by Paul to the early Church. While this is the case, the letters alone do not prove the theory in a living Christ. Although, the letters do suggest that the apostle lived first as a Jew, then after seeing a vision of Christ, converted to Christianity.

When desiring to learn as much as possible about these teachings, the Bible also holds a great deal of information. Various teachings related to Paul can be found in the books of First and Second Corinthians, First Thessalonians, Galatians, Romans, Philippians and Philemon. While this is the case, the teachings in these scriptures still do not provide proof in an actual living Christ, or the resurrection, crucifixion, or ascension.

As with other artifacts, such as those found related to Moses and the Wilderness, none give proof to the story of Christ and salvation. For, when it comes to Paul, the story the apostle provides is based on a ghostly vision, not a reality. As such, the letters and stories still require Christians to live a faith based religion rather than one based on proof of the existence of Jesus Christ in physical form.

For, when it comes to discovering the truth, the only real truth is that the concept of a higher power or powers is a great mystery. Whether that mystery be accepted on faith or denounced as nonsense. Throughout history, missionaries and others have attempted to share the story of Christ with others as a means toward salvation.

In most cases, Christians believe in a holy trinity. The trinity being the Father, Son and Holy Ghost. However, different sects of the faith often have different ideas when it comes to the concept of heaven and hell. For example, some believe Christ died for the sins of all people and all are children of God, the Father and have been cleansed of sin. Whereas, others believe if one does not accept Jesus Christ as Lord and Savior, then that person will perish in a lake of fire, otherwise known as hell.




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