Christian Basics

Heb 6:1-2 NKJV Therefore, leaving the discussion of the elementary principles of Christ, let us go on to perfection, not laying again the foundation of repentance from dead works and of faith toward God, (2) of the doctrine of baptisms, of laying on of hands, of resurrection of the dead, and of eternal judgment.

This passage from Hebrews identifies six principles which are described as the elementary principles of Christ. Other translations call it the basic teachings about Christ, the first things about Christ, and the first lessons of the Christian message. It’s no surprise then that these six things are regarded as the foundation of our faith. This fact came to my attention recently, as I was reading through Hebrews.

‘If these are the foundation of our faith,’ I thought to myself, ‘then why have I never heard anyone preach on these six things?’ In all my years as a believer (over 30 years) I’ve never heard of any church exploring the items on this list. Maybe there are churches that have done so, but I’ve never heard of any.

This was more than a little concerning for me because if these are the foundation of our faith and we don’t understand what they are and how to walk them out in our lives then we have an unsure foundation.

The six principles are what I call The Christian Basics. They are:

1. Repentance from dead works
2. Faith toward God
3. Doctrine/ Teaching of Baptisms
4. Laying on of Hands
5. The Resurrection of the Dead
6. Eternal Judgements

Not only are these six principles vital for every believer but they’re also listed in learning order. In other words, you need to understand and implement the principle of Repentance from Dead Works before you can consistently and effectively release Faith toward God. Furthermore, as you adopt a lifestyle of Faith in God, you will be empowered to receive the outworkings of the Teaching of Baptisms and this teaching will prepare you to experience the fruit that comes from the application of Laying on of Hands etc…

1 Repentance From Dead Works

2 Faith Towards God

3 Doctrine of Baptisms

4 Laying On Of Hands

5 Resurrection of the Dead

6 Resurrection of the Dead - Part 2

7 Resurrection of the Dead - Part 3

8 Eternal Judgement - Part 1

9 Eternal Judgement - Part 2

Recorded at Transformers Christian Church