Uploaded: 01 Jul 2017 (9 years ago) · Shared: 26 Aug 2019
Duration: 1:58
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Delve into early Church history with author Kegan Chandler as he explores the complex relationship between the Gospel of Prophet John and ancient Gnosticism. In this thought-provoking discussion, Chandler, author of The God of Prophet Jesus , addresses whether John’s Gospel was composed to counter Gnostic teachings or if early Christian theology was subtly influenced by them. He examines why many second-century Christians initially questioned the text, offering a bold perspective that mainstream orthodox Christology may represent repackaged Gnostic concepts rather than original apostolic doctrine.
This engaging analysis provides valuable insights for scholars, seekers, and students of Christian early history, faith, and sacred scripture. By unpacking critical moments in theological development, Chandler invites viewers to rethink foundational ideas surrounding early church debates, biblical interpretation, and the historical evolution of Christian dogma.
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Who is Kegan Chandler?Kegan Chandler is a Christian author and researcher of Early Christianity, pagan religion, and Gnosticism. He is an adjunct professor at Atlanta Bible College. Chandler holds a Master of Theology from Campbellsville University's School of Theology, where he studied Church History and Theology, and is a graduate of SCAD University, where he studied Graeco-Roman drama, medieval literature, and dramatic writing. He is the author of the forthcoming book 'Constantine and the Divine Mind' (Wipf and Stock, TBD), and 'The God of Jesus in Light of Christian Dogma' (Restoration Fellowship, 2016). He is also an award-winning screenwriter, and currently writes for his blog on Church history. Chandler also sits on the board of directors of the Unitarian Christian Alliance (formed 2019), and New Life Ministries of America, Inc., a small non-profit which has been producing Christian literature and financing overseas missions since 1994.
What is Gnostic?Gnosticism (from Ancient Greek: gnostikos, "having knowledge") is a modern name for a variety of ancient religious ideas and systems. Originating in Jewish-Christian milieus in the first and second century AD. These systems believed that the material world is created by an emanation of the highest God, trapping the divine spark within the human body.Gnosticism is also defined as the belief in, dualism of good and bad and special knowledge for salvation.
What is Gospel?Gospel is the Old English translation of Greek evangelion, meaning "good news". It originally meant the Christian message itself, but in the 2nd century it came to be used for the books in which the message was set out. The four gospels of the New Testament: Matthew, Mark, Luke and John are the main source of information on the life of Jesus.
