Christianity spread to Gentiles post-Stephen's persecution, notably in Antioch. Shawn teaches faith order: God's presence, belief in Jesus, turning to God. Barnabas encouraged steadfast faith, challenging "Once Saved, Always Saved." Engaging with Scripture strengthens faith. "Christian" was initially derogatory, now signifies anointed followers. Believers act as vessels of the Holy Spirit, serving others.
Jude 14-25 warns of judgment for the ungodly, urging steadfast faith, love, and prayer. Emphasizes God's power to protect, and the need for spiritual discernment and renewal.
Shawn McCraney teaches that salvation is through faith in Jesus, not sinlessness. He challenges traditional church authority, emphasizes personal faith, and redefines marriage biblically.
Shawn's teaching distinguishes Jesus' resurrection from His second coming, highlights Peter's role in extending salvation to Gentiles, and emphasizes inclusive, non-hierarchical Christian ministry.
Jude warns against false teachers infiltrating the church, using historical examples and metaphors like "wild waves" and "wandering stars" to highlight their destructive nature.
Shawn McCraney's teachings focus on biblical interpretation, emphasizing freedom in Christ, inclusivity, and spiritual growth. He critiques LDS doctrines, promotes open dialogue, and stresses salvation through Jesus alone.
Jude warns against false teachers corrupting grace; Paul emphasizes living righteously under Christ's love. Both stress faithfulness to avoid divine judgment.
Peter's message: Jesus, the risen Son of God, is Judge of all, offering grace and eternal life. Early Christians expected His imminent return. Paul taught freedom from the Law through faith in Jesus.
Genesis creation is symbolic, not literal; "yom" means longer periods. Emphasizes personal faith, free will, and critical examination of beliefs over indoctrination.
Shawn teaches Jesus' dual nature, faith's necessity, spiritual growth from basic to complex teachings, resurrection as spiritual transformation, and diverse resurrected bodies.
