Words from Christian History ( 1 and Clement & the Complete 100 Book Apocrypha) - Christian history reminds us that humanity’s struggles—pride, fear, and division—were then as they are now, despite cultural changes. Take Clement of Rome, an early leader traditionally seen as the fourth bishop after Peter. Writings like 1 Clement and 2 Clement, attributed to him, highlight the disconnect between speaking truth and living it. Though historians debate their authorship, these letters reveal the early church’s struggles and hopes. In 2 Clement 13, we read: “When pagans hear the oracles of God, they marvel. But when they see our actions unworthy of the words we speak, they turn to blasphemy.” The charge? Hypocrisy. The command to “love your enemies” has been more slogan than practice, both then and now. This isn’t just history; it’s personal. Living out genuine love—patient, generous, and kind—challenges us beyond sermons and Bible verses. Early Christian writings, like those found in the Complete 100 Book Apocrypha, remind us that the Good News isn’t just words but a call to transformation. So, what will people see when they encounter you today? #christianhistory #clementofrome #christian #kenarrington #creatorsearchinsights

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The Complete 100 Book Apocrypha & The Testament of Moses- Many Early Christians—and maybe even a New Testament writer—believed more about Moses than what we find in the “Old Testament.” Have you heard of The Testament of Moses or the Assumption of Moses? If not, buckle up, because this ancient work is fascinating. While not Scripture, The Testament of Moses offers a glimpse into Jewish history, prophecy, and the struggles of the Second Temple era. This pseudepigraphal text, written in Moses’ voice, speaks to Jewish communities under serious outside oppression. It frames Israel’s history and foretells foreign domination, corrupt priests, and the desecration of the Temple—all while weaving in hope: God’s justice will prevail. The only surviving version is a 6th-century Latin manuscript. Scholars believe it was originally written in Hebrew or Aramaic, around the late 1st century BC. Its themes echo Jewish apocalyptic literature like 1 Enoch or Jubilees, offering hope amidst chaos. What about Moses’ “assumption”? Early Christian texts like Jude 1:9 reference a story of the Archangel Michael and the devil disputing Moses’ body, possibly linked to this missing portion. Discover this and more in the Complete 100 Book Apocrypha—a treasure for anyone interested in Christian history#apocrypha #tiktokshopblackfriday #tiktokshopcybermonday #christianhistory #kenarrington #creatorsearchinsights

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The Heresy of Marcion and “The Very First Bible 144 AD” - Its Some Wild Christian History! (A Bible Recommendation) - Imagine if the first Christian Bible compiled wasn’t about unity, but ignited one of early Christianity’s biggest debates. Meet Marcion of Sinope, a wealthy shipowner from the Black Sea, whose radical views rocked early Christianity. Born around 85 AD, Marcion arrived in Rome in 140 AD, proposing a daring idea: that the God of the Old Testament and the God revealed by Jesus weren’t the same. Marcion saw the Old Testament God as a lesser, wrathful deity and Jesus as the embodiment of a higher, compassionate God. Marcion put his beliefs into action by creating the Marcionite Bible—the first known attempt at a Christian canon—consisting of an edited Gospel of Luke and ten of Paul’s letters. Marcion’s version excluded any link to Judaism, which challenged the early Church and sparked the formation of what we now know as the New Testament. Although excommunicated, Marcion’s influence endured for centuries, reminding us that the journey of the Bible was shaped by both orthodox and radical voices. Want to explore Christian history? Consider picking up a copy of Marcion’s “The Very First Bible - 144 ad.” #christian #christianhistory #kenarrington #biblerecommendation #tiktokshopblackfriday #tiktokshopcybermonday #creatorsearchinsights

The Lost Teachings of Jesus? Exploring the Gospel of Thomas and the Gnostic Gospels Master Collection - Imagine unearthing a lost gospel that could reshape our view of Jesus’s teachings—welcome to the Gospel of Thomas, a collection of 114 sayings attributed to Jesus, with no miracles, crucifixion, or resurrection narratives. Unlike the four canonical Gospels, Thomas centers on self-knowledge and inner light, themes now linked with Gnostic thought. For example, one saying reads, “If you bring forth what is within you, what you have will save you.” The Gospel of Thomas has long been a favorite of mystic communities but wasn’t widely embraced by early church leaders, nor was it ever considered part of the canonical Bible. Found in Nag Hammadi in 1947, this text raises questions: could it predate the other Gospels, or was it excluded from the canon for its divergent views? While its classification as “Gnostic” is debated, it still stands as a remarkable piece of early Christian literature, offering a unique perspective on Jesus’s teachings. For those intrigued, “The Gnostic Gospels Master Collection” dives deeper into texts like this. #gospelofthomas #gnostic #kenarrington #tiktokshopblackfriday #tiktokshopcybermonday #tiktokshopholidayhaul

A deep dive into Christian & Bible History - the “Old Testament” the New Testament writers sourced from- The Septuagint - Did you know the Old Testament the earliest New Testament writers used differs from the one in many Protestant Bibles today? Let’s talk about the Septuagint. After the Babylonian Exile, the Hebrew people needed to re-establish their cultural and religious identity. Tradition says that Ezra and the Great Assembly (120 scribes, prophets, and wise men) played a key role in solidifying the Hebrew canon. However, by the 3rd century BC, Hebrew was no longer widely spoken, so the Scriptures were translated into Greek, creating the Septuagint. This version became widely used, especially among Greek speakers, and is quoted more in the New Testament than the Hebrew Scriptures. The Septuagint included books not found in today’s Protestant Bibles, like the Apocrypha. It played a key role in the early Church and influenced the writings of the New Testament. So, while your Bible may not use the Septuagint, exploring it offers a fascinating glimpse into early Christian thought. #christianhistory #biblehistory #septuagint #kenarrington #creatorsearchinsights

Where to find those pesky ‘missing’ and ‘rejected books’ of the Bible? Here’s “The Complete 100 Book Apocrypha” - and outright EXPLOSION of extrabiblical works that influenced the early christian Church - Saw a TikTok saying books like Enoch, Jubilees, and Wisdom of Solomon are excluded from the Bible, and you’ll get in trouble for owning them? Yeah, that’s nonsense. I love the Bible, but as someone into Christian history, I recommend checking out apocryphal and pseudepigraphical texts. Even Martin Luther said they’re "useful and good to read," though not equal to Scripture. The early church and church fathers studied them—no trouble for you either. This 2024 edition of The Complete 100 Book Apocrypha includes books in the Deuterocanon, 1-3 Enoch, Giants, Jubilees, Pseudoepigrapha, Apostolic Fathers, and more. You’ll find Tobit, Judith, Maccabees, Esdras, Testament of Job, Revelation of Peter, and plenty more in 697 pages of tiny font. Don’t listen to fear-mongers. This is an incredible resource to explore early Christian thought. So click the link, grab your copy, and dive in. God bless—you’re loved! #apocrypha #apocryphalwritings #christianhistory #kenarrington