The "life tradition" and the "death tradition" are two different approaches to Jesus. The first approach is most commonly associated with focusing on the life and teachings of Jesus, the second with the death and resurrection of Jesus. Interestingly the "life tradition" may have been the earlier form of Christianity…
This is a bit of an understatement, but being converted to Christianity by stealth seems a bit wrong. You may be surprised this happens, but it does. Or you may have been converted by stealth yourself and so know exactly what this can involve. In some churches it takes a…
The church is very clear on its understanding of Jesus. This understanding is present in the symbolism you see (death on a cross), the songs that are sung (death for our sins) and the sermons that are preached (we are saved by Jesus's death). Ultimately, it is all to do…