Understand
the
Ancient Antiochene Church of God
Defining “The Ancient Antiochene
Church of God” as a Lutheran Church is very important. What other long time
Lutheran Christians will find here, in our studies, are deeper truths than the
present Lutheran Seminaries and schools are teaching. We must remember that St.
Martin Luther was called to restore the proper understanding of true salvation
through and in the person of Jesus Christ. He restored what we refer to as the
“three solas”. We also understand that he restored proper liturgical
worship and understanding of the two sacraments.
We must continue to be teachable. As growing Christians, we must
also allow that same reform into other areas of theology. For instance,
understanding Bible prophecy [eschatology] is also important for Christian
growth. We have also developed and restored proper dispensational theology.
Now we understand the Bible in a way which is easy to understand and agrees not
only with Scripture but with what the early church [Patristic period] taught
regarding these issues.
We also use what we call the Seven Hermeneutic Laws of
proper interpretation. This keeps us consistent in our handling of the Word of
God. “The Ancient Antiochene Church of God” is what we call Authentic
Orthodox Lutheranism. We uphold the “Book of Concordia” and the
three ancient Christian creeds. We are fairly-conservative. We do not teach
evolution [though we believe that our planet is very old] and we believe that
Biblical marriage is between a biological male and biological female. We also
do not support abortion.
One other thing that makes us unique and different from other “conservative”
Christians is the fact that we support women ordination and we believe
that it is in fact Biblical. We have papers and lectures regarding this issue.
Over all, we accept what most Christians already know and believe
in. We believe in the pre-tribulation rapture; we are also pre-millennial. We
believe in the restored Davidic Kingdom during the millennial reign of Christ
and that Israel will be fully restored. We support Israel.
As far as the sacrament of baptism, we have added an
addendum which we believe that St. Luther would have agreed upon. Now that
there are thousands of different Protestant denominations since St. Luther, we
accept all Christians who have been baptized by the “water and the word”
who believe in the Holy Trinity and both Holy Sacraments. They do not have to
be re-baptized.
As far as worship goes, we believe in the sacredness of holy
worship and liturgical contemplation in and during worship. We do not believe
in bringing electric guitars and entertainment into our worship. We sing hymns
that tell of the story of redemption and salvation. We also partake of
communion (Eucharist – “meal of thanksgiving”) every Sunday.
“The Ancient Antiochene Church of God” does not belong to
any synod nor do we directly support any synod. Having stated that, many who
have become Antiochene Christians worship at different Lutheran churches
throughout the world. Some go to other Protestant churches where the true Word
of God is feeding them. Christians who study here and have found a home also
worship in their own personal homes and with other Christians where and when
they can. We welcome all Christians. There are no fines, fees, or forms
to become a true Christian.
We urge you to support the church where God is leading you and to
share the true Gospel of our Lord where, when, and how ever you can. Please
share what you learn here with fellow Christians. As your brother in Christ, I
thank you for taking time out to visit us and study with us. Welcome to God’s
family.
We serve the only true Almighty God.
This is most certainly true.
Presbyter, Eric William King (April 30th 2025)
Understand the First Church
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