Doctrines and Dogma, Traditions

Doctrines, Dogma, and Traditions

What are doctrines Jude 3

Doctrine (from Latin: doctrina, meaning "teaching" or "instruction") is a codification of beliefs or a body of teachings or instructions, taught principles or positions, as the essence of teachings in a given branch of knowledge or in a belief system.

Dogma

1. Derivation and Meaning of the Term Introductory Volume to Systematic Theology (10)

Derivation and Meaning of the Term. The word ‘dogma’ is derived from the Greek verb dokein. In classical Greek the expression dokein moi meant not only, it seems to me, or, I am of the opinion, but also, I have come to the conclusion, I am certain, it is my conviction. And it is especially this idea of certainty that finds expression in the word ‘dogma’. While a dogma might in the abstract be a mere private

Traditions

Tradition is the body of words and practices by which God’s revealed truth is received, interpreted, and applied by the church. “Tradition” is the usual translation of a New Testament Greek word meaning “to pass down”; so tradition consists of words and practices passed down from one generation to the next. In Scripture, the term “tradition” is used sometimes negatively

The effect of different teaching in the church

It causes division Act 15:2

It stops spiritual flows Act 15:24

Its gives the church to the hands of the ungodly

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The purpose of Doctrine

Sound doctrine is intended to shape and mould the people of God for life and service in the world.

It is necessary for Christian maturity and effective service 2Ti 3:16-17 See also Ps 19:7-8; Ac 2:42-43; Eph 4:11-14; Heb 5:13-14

It makes possible a defence of the faith 1Pe 3:15-16 See also Col 2:2-4; Jude 3

It leads to enrichment and blessing Dt 32:1-4 See also Ps 19:7-11; 119:97-104; Isa 55:10-13; Eze 3:1-3

It leads to perfection Col 1:28

Handling wrong teaching in the church

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Consideration of Arguement if it build up the gospel of Jesus Christ

The church should wait for the leading church Act 15:2 ; 4;

Visitation of the elders Act 15:

Leadership intervention Act 15:6-7;

Handling the teacher who teaches wrong doctrines in the church

1 Tim 6:3-4 ; Gal 1:8;

Constitution of false doctrine in the church

The transition of belief from the past religion, tribe, race, sect or group Act 15:5;

World and Satanic acts 1 Tim 1:10

What should believer do with the right doctrine

Teach them and do

Benefit of God Doctrine

Save oneself 1Tim 4:16;

Titus 1:9

What are false doctrines

Teaching that distorts or contradicts the revealed truth of God, causing division and distress in the church by leading people away from the truth.

False doctrine deviates from the truth

It contradicts the gospel of Jesus Christ Jude 3-4 See also 1Co 3:10-13; 2Co 11:3-4; Gal 1:6-7; 1Ti 6:3-4; 2Jn 7

It may be of human origin Col 2:8 See also Col 2:20-23; Mt 15:8-9 pp Mk 7:6-7; Isa 29:13

It may be of demonic origin

1Ti 4:1-5 See also 1Jn 4:2-3

The dangers of false doctrine

It leads to instability and confusion Eph 4:14 See also Ac 15:24; Gal 1:7; 1Ti 1:18-20; 2Ti 2:16-18; Tit 1:10-11; Heb 13:9; 2Pe 3:17

It causes division Ro 16:17-18 See also 1Ti 1:3-4

It leads to severe punishment Gal 1:8-9 See also 2Co 11:13-15; 2Pe 2:1,17; Rev 2:14-16

False doctrine is to be dealt with by the church

Tit 1:10-11 See also 1Ti 1:3; Tit 1:13-14

False doctrine will be common in later times

1Ti 4:1 See also Mk 13:5-6 pp Lk 21:8; 2Th 2:3; 2Ti 4:3-4