The Church's One Foundation: What Orthodoxy Is and Why It Matters (Latimer Briefings)

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Orthodoxy is our safeguard against the false teachings that would lead us away from the path of salvation and eternal life. It is our anchor in the storm of life, our comfort in times of sorrow and our guide in times of uncertainty. Rewrite the text to be approximately the same length as the original: Orthodoxy is a term that has been increasingly used in recent debates within the Church of England and the Anglican Communion. Those who insist that the Church's traditional teachings on marriage and celibacy are unchangeable are often referred to as 'orthodox'. However, this label has been disputed by those who argue that orthodoxy is defined solely by the great creeds and confessions of the Church, which do not mention these specific issues. This Briefing argues that orthodoxy encompasses far more than what is stated in the creeds and confessions. It is rooted in the mind of Christ, as revealed in Holy Scripture, and encompasses every aspect of life, including our understanding and practice of marriage. Orthodoxy is not only expressed in creeds, but also in the forms of our worship, such as the rich tradition of hymnody that has endured over time. Christians from all traditions resonate with orthodoxy because it bears witness to the presence of the Holy Spirit in our hearts, illuminating and applying the Word of God to our lives. Gerald Bray explores what orthodoxy is and why it matters, using the words of the hymn The Church's One Foundation. In every generation, we face new challenges and divisions that seek to lead us astray. Orthodoxy is the unchanging teaching of Christ, given to us in the Bible, which provides the resources we need to combat these challenges. It unites us with the saints of the past, present, and future in spiritual warfare, as we journey towards the heavenly kingdom promised to all true followers of Jesus. Orthodoxy is our safeguard against false teachings that would lead us away from salvation and eternal life. It is our anchor in life's storms, our comfort in sorrow, and our guide in uncertainty.

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