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Study guides, historical commentary, and theological reflection on the Nicene Creed.
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The Filioque Controversy: One Word That Split the Church
The Great Schism of 1054 that divided Eastern and Western Christianity had many causes, but at its theological center was a single Latin word: filioque. Here is why it mattered so deeply that it split the church in two.
By Rev. C•D•F• Warrington, M.Div.
Ordained Minister, M.Div.
Date
April 18, 2026
The Story of Christian Theology: The Best Single-Volume Introduction to Historical Theology
The Story of Christian Theology by Roger Olson is a single-volume narrative history of Christian doctrine that traces how core beliefs and major creeds developed from the early church to the modern era, making it an ideal first textbook for historical theology.
By Rev. C•D•F• Warrington, M.Div.
Ordained Minister, M.Div.
Date
April 15, 2026
Who Was Arius and Why Does He Matter?
Arius was condemned as a heretic at the Council of Nicaea in 325 AD, but his ideas have never fully gone away. Understanding who he was — and what he actually taught — is essential for understanding the Nicene Creed itself.
By Rev. C•D•F• Warrington, M.Div.
Ordained Minister, M.Div.
Date
April 11, 2026
The Creeds of Christendom by Philip Schaff: Why Every Serious Student Needs This Book
Philip Schaff’s The Creeds of Christendom is the definitive three‑volume English collection of Christian creeds and confessions, uniting original texts, translations, and historical introductions in one indispensable reference for serious students.
By Rev. C•D•F• Warrington, M.Div.
Ordained Minister, M.Div.
Date
April 8, 2026
The Council of Nicaea: Why 325 AD Changed Christianity Forever
In 325 AD, over 300 bishops gathered in a small city in modern-day Turkey and made decisions that still shape how Christians worship, pray, and define their faith today. Here is what happened and why it still matters.
By Rev. C•D•F• Warrington, M.Div.
Ordained Minister, M.Div.
Date
April 4, 2026
What Does 'Begotten, Not Made' Mean? The Heart of the Nicene Creed
The phrase 'begotten, not made' is one of the most precise and carefully chosen statements in the history of Christian theology. Learn what it means and why the Council of Nicaea fought so hard to include it.
By Rev. C•D•F• Warrington, M.Div.
Ordained Minister, M.Div.
Date
March 28, 2026
What is the Nicene Creed? A Beginner's Guide
The Nicene Creed, written in the 4th century, summarizes core Christian beliefs about God, Jesus, the Holy Spirit, and the Church. It’s called "ecumenical" because it's accepted by Catholic, Orthodox, and Protestant traditions, uniting almost all Christians.
By Rev. C•D•F• Warrington, M.Div.
Ordained Minister, M.Div.
Date
March 21, 2026