What We Believe
LearningGod.org’s primary doctrine focuses on the gospel of Jesus Christ. We are a biblically based organization that leans heavily on Acts 17:11, which says, “These (the Bereans) were more noble than those in Thessalonica, in that they received the word with all readiness of mind, and searched the scriptures daily, whether those things were so.”
Here are descriptions of our position on a number of scriptural and theological topics.
Biblical Inerrancy
We hold to the fundamental truth and inerrancy of God’s Word as the Holy Scriptures. We acknowledge that the scriptures were written by over 40 men over almost 2000 years in different parts of the world in 3 languages. We hold true that the entire canon of Old and New Testament scriptures were written with the inspiration of the Holy Spirit and authored by God, using the hands of the human writers.
The entire cannon of 66 books is an integrated message from outside our physical universe. It has aspects that reflect an intricate design across the books. It is the only book on the planet that can claim to know the future by writing it down before it comes to pass and have history prove it to be true. All of the prophecies relating to Jesus’ first coming have been fulfilled as described, along with many others. There are still future events that have not yet come to pass, but we have faith by this evidence that they will unfold as described.
Interpretation of Prophecy/Eschatology
Many Christians interpret the Bible as though the whole thing is allegorical or symbolic. How you view the Bible greatly affects you interpretation of future events or prophecy, called “Eschatology”. We take a literal view of the Bible as a whole, with the appropriate symbolism used where called for (described under the section, “Biblical Interpretation“).
Using a more literal view of prophetic events described in scripture, we hold a Pre-Millennial view of Jesus’ second coming. As for the subcategory of the Tribulation, we hold a pre-tribulation view based on a number of scriptural references (see The Rapture).
Biblical Interpretation
When asked if we take the Bible literally, our response is, “We take the Bible seriously.” The Word of God makes clear how it is to be interpreted in most cases. There are over 200 literary styles used in the Word. Some of the more common ones includes allegories and similitudes, when the Bible clearly indicates it is so by using words such as “like”, or “as” to show that what is being described is similar to but not exactly the same as.
As such, we interpret the Bible “literally” with the understanding that such use of language often tells to to take it as an allegory, simile or other form of example. Then we do so accordingly. When Jesus said at the last supper on Passover, “And as they were eating, Jesus took bread, and blessed it, and brake it, and gave it to the disciples, and said, Take, eat; this is my body.” (Matthew 26:26), Jesus was clearly not being literal, as the 12 disciples were not actually eating His body, but a piece of bread. The bread was not being physically transformed into His body. This is an example where we know from the context of what He said that it was symbolic of the union for Christ and the believer resulting fro His death, resurrection and indwelling of the Holy Spirit that was to come. He was telling us that through His body and blood (His sacrifice), we can take His presence into us and be in communion (union) with Him eternally.
The Deity of Jesus Christ
A number of denominations of Christianity and other religions do not see Jesus as the Son of God. We do. We see Jesus Christ as our Lord and savior and the second part of the Holy Trinity, the Son of God (see the Trinity). Jesus Christ is God incarnate.
Replacement Theology
Many Christian denominations see the promises made to Israel as having been forfeited and give to the Church. This is referred to as “replacement theology” and is not scriptural. We hold that God will fulfill His promises to Israel at the appointed time. To believe otherwise is to call God a liar! May it never be.
