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Christianity, the largest and oldest religion, has a diverse history shaped by key events like the Council of Nicaea and the Reformation which led to theological shifts post-World Wars, resulting in the formation of Evangelical denominations and the decline of Western Christendom.
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- The Council of Nicaea solidified the belief that Jesus is truly God, rejecting the teachings of Arius, which was a pivotal moment in the early Christian church's history.
- The Reformation, spearheaded by Martin Luther, emphasized salvation through faith alone and challenged traditional beliefs, leading to a significant schism within Christianity and shaping the future of the religion.
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History of Christianity: From Apostles to Reformation
- Christianity is the world's largest religion, almost 2,000 years old, and diverse.
- After Jesus ascended, the Twelve Apostles were left in charge until his return.
- At Pentecost, the Twelve Apostles received the Holy Spirit, empowering them to preach in various languages.
- Persecution of Christians by Jewish leaders, including the killing of Stephen, begins.
- Saul of Tarsus, initially against Christianity, changes his mind and preaches to Gentiles.
- The New Testament is compiled from preserved teachings and writings to combat heresies.
- The Council of Nicaea clarifies that Jesus is truly God, rejecting Arius' beliefs.
- The Council of Chalcedon confirms Jesus has two natures, human and divine, united in one person.
- The Reformation led by Martin Luther emphasizes salvation by faith alone and challenges traditional beliefs.
- The Enlightenment era brings about skepticism towards traditional religion, leading to theological liberalism.
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Rise of Fundamentalism and Theological Shifts
- Fundamentalists are distancing themselves from mainstream churches due to a lack of trust in mainstream institutions post-Great Awakening, retreating to rural areas in anticipation of Jesus' return, leading to a rise in theological liberalism within mainline churches.
- Theological shifts post-World Wars, including Carl Barth's rejection of human progress as salvation, the rise of dispensationalism post-World War II with the formation of Israel, the growth of non-denominational churches attracting conservative Christians, and debates within Catholicism and Protestantism on issues like infallibility, ecumenism, women pastors, and LGBTQ+ marriage, resulting in the formation of Evangelical denominations and the decline of Western Christendom.
