The Absolute Basics of the Christian Faith

by Phil Tallon

Like a tattoo, the fundamental truths of the faith are supposed to be permanently etched into us. However, a lifetime of learning, loving, and living the scriptures requires that at some point, we really begin to understand where they come from and what they mean.
The Absolute Basics of the Christian Faith is a visual introduction to the core beliefs of the Christian faith. While it assumes no background knowledge of the scriptures or church teachings, this eight-week study is stocked with rich explanation and engaging videos that bring catechesis to life for people of all ages, backgrounds, and stops along their spiritual journey. Like all books, it is possible to read this one alone, but it is designed specifically to be studied in community?to lead small and large groups through the big ideas of the faith. The memory verses, catechism, text, and videos in each lesson work together seamlessly to provide a clear, compelling introduction to Christian belief.
In working through this study, you'll be binding the truth about God on your head, hands, and house through scripture memorization and by learning the answers to important questions about God. Obeying Jesus takes a lifetime of learning. As you enter this study, let God's grace shape and change you. This is what it means to be a disciple.

Genres: Faith, Theology, Christian

100 pages, Paperback

Published June 20, 2016

Reviews

[Aubrey Finseth · Rating 4 out of 5]

I read this for an Apologetics class and I would certainly recommend it to anyone with questions about the Christian faith. Definitely read the notes at the back of the book. It gets a bit tiresome flipping between the chapters and the notes all the time but it is entirely worth it (usually) and adds an abundance of rich information.

[Steve Campbell · Rating 4 out of 5]

This is a good primer of the basics of the Christian life from a Wesleyan perspective written in a lively style. It is a great resource for confirmation classes and even for adults who want to grasp the essential Christian beliefs. One crucial thing that is missing from this book, though, is a treatment of the doctrine of the inspiration and authority of scripture.

[Joshua Pearsall · Rating 5 out of 5]

It is, exactly what it says. very in line with Timothy Tenants "this we believe." What this book does that is special is it's use of a video alongside the book, the video is drawn images of the illustrations which really helped our class get the illustrations & it's the reading of the book. So you can always have the exact same content, it was well made and well executed.

[Dakota Hall · Rating 4 out of 5]

Very cute book about theology and good for little kids or like a Sunday school class!