Bible Verses About "Who Were the Early Church Fathers"
The early church fathers were Christian leaders and writers in the first few centuries after the apostles who shaped theology, defended the faith, and preserved biblical truth.
The early church fathers were Christian leaders and writers in the first few centuries after the apostles who shaped theology, defended the faith, and preserved biblical truth.
"And the things that thou hast heard of me among many witnesses, the same commit thou to faithful men, who shall be able to teach others also." — 2 Timothy 2:2 (KJV)
KJV Verses That Answer This Question
The Scriptures below are gathered specifically to address "Who Were the Early Church Fathers?" Each is quoted in the King James Version with a link to its full chapter.
"And the things that thou hast heard of me among many witnesses, the same commit thou to faithful men, who shall be able to teach others also."
"Beloved... it was needful for me to write unto you, and exhort you that ye should earnestly contend for the faith which was once delivered unto the saints."
"And are built upon the foundation of the apostles and prophets, Jesus Christ himself being the chief corner stone."
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