67 Fundamental Christian Doctrines in Scripture
📖 67 Foundational Christian Doctrinal Topics — Key Scripture Index (ESV)
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1. Inspiration of Scripture
2. Authority of Scripture
3. Canon of Scripture
4. Nature & Existence of God
5. Trinity
6. Holiness of God
7. Love of God
8. Justice of God
9. Sovereignty of God
10. Providence of God
11. Creation ex nihilo
12. Image of God (Imago Dei)
13. Fall of Man
14. Original Sin
15. Total Depravity
16. Covenant of Works
17. Covenant of Grace
18. Incarnation
19. Virgin Birth
20. Sinlessness of Christ
21. Deity of Christ
22. Humanity of Christ
23. Hypostatic Union
24. Offices of Christ
25. Atonement
26. Substitutionary Atonement
27. Resurrection
28. Ascension
29. Session of Christ
30. Second Coming
31. Personhood of Spirit
32. Deity of Spirit
33. Indwelling of Spirit
34. Baptism of Spirit
35. Discipleship
36. Filling of Spirit
37. Spiritual Gifts
38. Regeneration
39. Justification by Faith
40. Imputed Righteousness
41. Adoption
42. Sanctification
43. Perseverance
44. Assurance
45. Glorification
46. Election
47. Predestination
48. Free Will & Responsibility
49. The Church
50. Universal Church
51. Local Church
52. Church Leadership
53. Ordinances/Sacraments
54. Baptism
55. Lord’s Supper
56. Prayer
57. Worship
58. Stewardship
59. Evangelism
60. Missions
61. Spiritual Warfare
62. Angels
63. Satan
64. Demons
65. Heaven
66. Hell
67. Final Judgment
1) The Inspiration of Scripture (God-breathed Word)
- 2 Timothy 3:16–17 — Scripture God-breathed; equips believers
- 2 Peter 1:20–21 — Men spoke from God, carried
- Acts 1:16 — Spirit spoke beforehand through Scripture
- 1 Thessalonians 2:13 — Received word as God’s word
- Mark 12:36 — David spoke by Holy Spirit
2) The Authority of Scripture (final, binding)
- John 10:35 — Scripture cannot be broken, ever
- Matthew 5:17–18 — Not smallest stroke will pass
- Isaiah 40:8 — God’s word stands forever
- Acts 17:11 — Tested teaching by Scriptures daily
- James 1:22–25 — Do the word; be blessed
3) The Canon of Scripture (recognized Word boundaries)
- Luke 24:44 — Law, Prophets, Psalms recognized
- Deuteronomy 4:2 — Do not add to commands
- Proverbs 30:5–6 — Don’t add; God reproves
- Colossians 4:16 — Letters read publicly in churches
- Revelation 22:18–19 — Warning: do not add/remove
4) The Nature and Existence of God (one true God)
- Genesis 1:1 — God exists; Creator of all
- Exodus 3:14 — “I AM” self-existent name
- Romans 1:19–20 — Creation reveals God’s power
- Acts 17:24–28 — Creator sustains; near to all
- Hebrews 11:6 — Must believe God exists
5) The Trinity (Father, Son, Spirit)
- Matthew 28:19 — One Name; three persons named
- Matthew 3:16–17 — Father speaks; Spirit descends; Son
- 2 Corinthians 13:14 — Triune blessing: grace, love, fellowship
- John 1:1–3 — Word was God; Creator
- Acts 5:3–4 — Spirit is God; lied
6) The Holiness of God (set-apart purity)
- Isaiah 6:1–3 — Holy, holy, holy proclaimed
- Leviticus 19:2 — Be holy; I am holy
- 1 Peter 1:15–16 — Holy God calls holy living
- Habakkuk 1:13 — Eyes too pure for evil
7) The Love of God (steadfast covenant love)
- John 3:16 — God loved; gave His Son
- Romans 5:8 — Love shown while sinners
- 1 John 4:8–10 — God is love; sent Son
- Psalm 136:1 — Steadfast love endures forever
8) The Justice of God (righteous judgment)
- Deuteronomy 32:4 — Just and upright is He
- Psalm 89:14 — Righteousness and justice foundation
- Romans 2:5–6 — God repays each by works
- Revelation 16:5–7 — True and just are judgments
9) The Sovereignty of God (rule over all)
- Psalm 115:3 — God does whatever He pleases
- Daniel 4:34–35 — None can stay His hand
- Isaiah 46:9–10 — Purpose stands; God accomplishes
- Ephesians 1:11 — Works all by His counsel
10) The Providence of God (wise provision)
- Matthew 6:26–34 — Father provides; do not worry
- Romans 8:28 — God works all for good
- Genesis 50:20 — God meant good from evil
- Philippians 4:19 — God supplies every need
11) Creation ex nihilo (from nothing)
- Genesis 1:1 — God created heavens and earth
- Hebrews 11:3 — Seen made from unseen Word
- John 1:3 — All things made through Word
- Colossians 1:16 — All created through and for
12) Image of God in Humanity (Imago Dei)
- Genesis 1:26–27 — Made in God’s image
- Genesis 9:6 — Image grounds life’s sacredness
- James 3:9 — People made in God’s likeness
- Colossians 3:10 — Renewed in image of Creator
13) The Fall of Man (rebellion, curse)
- Genesis 3:1–19 — Sin enters; curse and death
- Romans 5:12 — Sin came; death spread all
- 1 Corinthians 15:21–22 — In Adam all die
- Ephesians 2:1–3 — Dead in sins by nature
14) Original Sin (sin inherited)
- Psalm 51:5 — Sinful from conception confessed
- Romans 5:19 — One disobedience made many sinners
- Genesis 8:21 — Heart’s intent evil from youth
- Ephesians 2:3 — By nature children of wrath
15) Total Depravity (pervasive sin)
- Romans 3:10–12 — None righteous; none seeks God
- Romans 3:23 — All sinned; fall short
- Jeremiah 17:9 — Heart deceitful beyond measure
- Mark 7:20–23 — Evil comes from within heart
16) The Covenant of Works (obedience and life)
- Genesis 2:16–17 — Command given; death for disobedience
- Romans 5:14 — Adam as covenant head implied
- Galatians 3:10 — Law demands perfect continuing obedience
- Leviticus 18:5 — Do commandments; live by them
17) The Covenant of Grace (salvation by promise)
- Genesis 3:15 — Promise of seed crushing serpent
- Jeremiah 31:31–34 — New covenant; forgiveness and law
- Ephesians 2:8–9 — Saved by grace through faith
- Romans 4:16 — Promise depends on grace
18) The Incarnation (God became man)
- John 1:14 — Word became flesh; dwelt
- Philippians 2:6–8 — Took servant form; humbled Himself
- Colossians 2:9 — Fullness of deity bodily
- Hebrews 2:14–17 — Shared flesh to help brethren
19) The Virgin Birth (conceived by Spirit)
- Isaiah 7:14 — Virgin conceives; Immanuel promised
- Matthew 1:18–23 — Conceived by Spirit; prophecy fulfilled
- Luke 1:34–35 — Spirit overshadows; holy Son born
- Galatians 4:4 — Born of woman; under law
20) The Sinlessness of Christ (no sin)
- Hebrews 4:15 — Tempted yet without sin
- 2 Corinthians 5:21 — Knew no sin; made sin
- 1 Peter 2:22 — No sin; no deceit
- 1 John 3:5 — In Him there is no sin
21) The Deity of Christ (Jesus is God)
- John 1:1 — Word was God eternally
- John 20:28 — “My Lord and my God”
- Colossians 2:9 — Deity dwells bodily in Christ
- Titus 2:13 — Our great God and Savior
- Hebrews 1:8 — Son addressed as God
22) The Humanity of Christ (true man)
- 1 Timothy 2:5 — Man Christ Jesus mediator
- Hebrews 2:14 — Shared flesh and blood fully
- Luke 2:52 — Grew in wisdom and stature
- John 1:14 — Word became flesh; dwelt
23) The Hypostatic Union (two natures, one person)
- John 1:1–14 — God Word becomes flesh truly
- Colossians 2:9 — Deity fully in bodily form
- Romans 9:5 — Christ from Israel; God over all
- Hebrews 2:17 — Made like brothers; merciful high priest
24) Offices of Christ (Prophet, Priest, King)
- Deuteronomy 18:15 — Prophet like Moses promised
- Hebrews 4:14–16 — Great High Priest intercedes
- Psalm 2:6–7 — God installs His King
- Acts 3:22–23 — Jesus fulfills prophet office
- Revelation 19:16 — King of kings revealed
25) The Atonement (reconciliation by blood)
- Isaiah 53:5–6 — Wounded for us; laid on
- Romans 3:24–25 — Propitiation by blood; grace gift
- 1 Peter 3:18 — Christ suffered once; bring to God
- Colossians 1:19–20 — Peace through blood of cross
26) Substitutionary Atonement (in our place)
- Isaiah 53:4–6 — He bore our griefs, sins
- 2 Corinthians 5:21 — Made sin so we righteous
- Mark 10:45 — Ransom for many; served
- Galatians 3:13 — Became curse to redeem us
27) The Resurrection of Christ (raised bodily)
- 1 Corinthians 15:3–8 — Gospel: died, buried, raised
- Luke 24:39 — Touch me; flesh and bones
- Acts 2:24 — God raised Him; death loosed
- Romans 4:25 — Raised for our justification
28) The Ascension of Christ (taken up)
- Acts 1:9–11 — Ascended; will return likewise
- Luke 24:50–51 — Blessed disciples; carried into heaven
- Ephesians 4:8–10 — Ascended above all heavens
- Hebrews 4:14 — Passed through heavens; High Priest
29) The Session of Christ (seated at right hand)
- Psalm 110:1 — Sit at my right hand
- Hebrews 1:3 — Sat down after purification
- Romans 8:34 — Intercedes for us at right hand
- Ephesians 1:20–22 — Seated above all rule
30) The Second Coming of Christ (returns in glory)
- Acts 1:11 — Jesus will come again
- 1 Thessalonians 4:16–17 — Lord descends; believers gathered
- Matthew 24:30–31 — Son of Man comes; angels gather
- Revelation 22:12 — Coming soon; bringing recompense
31) The Personhood of the Holy Spirit (He, not it)
- John 14:16–17 — Helper with you; personal presence
- John 16:13 — He guides into all truth
- Acts 13:2 — Spirit speaks and directs mission
- Ephesians 4:30 — Spirit can be grieved
32) The Deity of the Holy Spirit (Spirit is God)
- Acts 5:3–4 — Lying to Spirit equals God
- 1 Corinthians 2:10–11 — Spirit knows depths of God
- 1 Corinthians 3:16 — Spirit indwells God’s temple
- 2 Corinthians 3:17 — The Lord is the Spirit
33) The Indwelling of the Holy Spirit (Spirit within believers)
- Romans 8:9–11 — Spirit dwells; gives life
- 1 Corinthians 6:19 — Body temple of Holy Spirit
- Galatians 4:6 — Spirit of Son cries “Abba”
- John 14:17 — He dwells with and in
34) The Baptism of the Holy Spirit (into one body)
- 1 Corinthians 12:13 — Baptized by one Spirit
- Acts 1:5 — Baptized with Holy Spirit promised
- Acts 2:1–4 — Spirit poured out at Pentecost
- Ephesians 4:4–5 — One body; one Spirit; one baptism
35) Discipleship (follow, learn, obey)
- Luke 9:23 — Deny self; take cross daily
- Matthew 28:19–20 — Make disciples; teach obedience
- John 8:31–32 — Abide in word; true disciples
- 2 Timothy 2:2 — Entrust teaching to faithful people
36) The Filling of the Holy Spirit (empowered living)
- Ephesians 5:18 — Be filled with the Spirit
- Acts 4:31 — Filled; spoke word with boldness
- Galatians 5:16 — Walk by Spirit; not flesh
- Zechariah 4:6 — Not by might; by Spirit
37) Spiritual Gifts (Spirit-empowered service)
- 1 Corinthians 12:4–7 — Varieties of gifts; common good
- Romans 12:6–8 — Use gifts according to grace
- 1 Peter 4:10–11 — Serve with gifts; God glorified
- Ephesians 4:11–13 — Gifts build up the body
38) Regeneration (new birth)
- John 3:3–8 — Born again by Spirit required
- Titus 3:5 — Washing of regeneration; Spirit renewal
- 1 Peter 1:23 — Born again through living Word
- 2 Corinthians 5:17 — New creation in Christ
39) Justification by Faith (declared righteous)
- Romans 3:28 — Justified by faith apart law
- Romans 5:1 — Justified by faith; peace with God
- Galatians 2:16 — Not by works; by faith
- Philippians 3:9 — Righteousness through faith in Christ
40) Imputed Righteousness (credited righteousness)
- Romans 4:3–5 — Faith counted as righteousness
- 2 Corinthians 5:21 — We become righteousness in Him
- Philippians 3:9 — Righteousness not mine; through faith
- Genesis 15:6 — Believed LORD; counted righteousness
41) Adoption into God’s Family (sons and heirs)
- Romans 8:15–17 — Spirit of adoption; heirs with Christ
- Galatians 4:4–7 — Adopted sons; “Abba, Father”
- Ephesians 1:5 — Predestined for adoption through Jesus
- 1 John 3:1 — Called children of God; love
42) Sanctification (holy growth)
- 1 Thessalonians 4:3 — God’s will: your sanctification
- John 17:17 — Sanctify by truth: Word
- Hebrews 12:14 — Pursue holiness; see the Lord
- 2 Corinthians 3:18 — Transformed by Spirit’s glory
43) Perseverance of the Saints (kept by God)
- John 10:27–29 — No one can snatch them
- Philippians 1:6 — God completes work begun
- Romans 8:30 — Called, justified, glorified chain
- 1 Peter 1:5 — Guarded by God’s power
44) Assurance of Salvation (confident hope)
- 1 John 5:13 — Know you have eternal life
- Romans 8:16 — Spirit bears witness: God’s child
- Hebrews 10:22 — Draw near with full assurance
- John 5:24 — Passed from death to life
45) Glorification (final transformation)
- Romans 8:17–18 — Future glory outweighs sufferings
- Romans 8:30 — Glorified as God’s sure purpose
- 1 Corinthians 15:51–53 — Changed; immortality put on
- 1 John 3:2 — We shall be like Him
46) Election (chosen by grace)
- Ephesians 1:4 — Chosen in Christ before foundation
- Romans 9:11–13 — Choice not based on works
- 2 Thessalonians 2:13 — Chosen for salvation; sanctified
- John 15:16 — You did not choose Me
47) Predestination (foreordained plan)
- Ephesians 1:5 — Predestined for adoption in love
- Romans 8:29–30 — Foreknew; predestined; called; glorified
- Acts 2:23 — Jesus delivered by definite plan
- Acts 13:48 — Appointed to life believed
48) Free Will and Human Responsibility (real accountability)
- Deuteronomy 30:19 — Choose life; love and obey
- Joshua 24:15 — Choose whom you will serve
- Acts 17:30 — God commands all to repent
- Philippians 2:12–13 — Work out; God works in
49) The Church (Ecclesiology) (Christ’s people)
- Matthew 16:18 — Christ builds His church
- Acts 2:42–47 — Church devoted to word, fellowship
- Ephesians 2:19–22 — Household built into God’s dwelling
- 1 Corinthians 12:27 — You are Christ’s body
50) The Universal Church (all believers)
- Ephesians 1:22–23 — Church as Christ’s body universal
- Ephesians 4:4–6 — One body; one Spirit; one hope
- 1 Corinthians 12:13 — One Spirit baptizes into one body
- Revelation 7:9–10 — Multitude from every nation worshiping
51) The Local Church (gathered congregation)
- Hebrews 10:24–25 — Do not neglect meeting together
- 1 Corinthians 1:2 — Local church addressed as saints
- Acts 14:23 — Elders appointed in every church
- Revelation 2–3 — Letters to seven local churches
52) Church Leadership (Elders/Deacons) (shepherd and serve)
- 1 Timothy 3:1–13 — Qualifications for overseers and deacons
- Titus 1:5–9 — Appoint elders; hold firm word
- 1 Peter 5:1–4 — Shepherd flock; not domineering
- Acts 6:1–6 — Servant leaders appointed for needs
53) Ordinances/Sacraments (visible gospel signs)
- Matthew 28:19–20 — Baptize and teach; Christ commands
- 1 Corinthians 11:23–26 — Supper instituted; proclaim His death
- Acts 2:41–42 — Baptized; devoted to breaking bread
- Romans 6:3–4 — Baptism pictures union with Christ
54) Baptism (sign of union)
- Matthew 28:19 — Command: baptize in triune Name
- Acts 2:38 — Repent; be baptized in Jesus’ name
- Romans 6:3–4 — Buried with Christ; new life
- Galatians 3:27 — Baptized into Christ; put on
55) The Lord’s Supper (Communion) (remembrance and proclamation)
- Luke 22:19–20 — Do this in remembrance of Me
- 1 Corinthians 11:23–26 — Proclaim Lord’s death until He comes
- 1 Corinthians 10:16–17 — Participation in body and blood
- Matthew 26:26–29 — Supper instituted; kingdom hope ahead
56) Prayer (communion with God)
- Matthew 6:9–13 — Jesus teaches model prayer
- Philippians 4:6–7 — Pray; peace guards hearts
- 1 Thessalonians 5:17 — Pray without ceasing always
- Hebrews 4:16 — Draw near for mercy, help
57) Worship (glorify God)
- John 4:23–24 — Worship in Spirit and truth
- Romans 12:1 — Living sacrifice is spiritual worship
- Psalm 95:6 — Come; worship and bow down
- Revelation 4:11 — Worthy Creator; worship in heaven
58) Stewardship (manage God’s gifts)
- 1 Corinthians 4:2 — Stewards must be found faithful
- 1 Peter 4:10 — Use gifts as good stewards
- Matthew 25:14–30 — Parable: talents entrusted; account due
- Colossians 3:23–24 — Work for Lord; receive inheritance
59) Evangelism (proclaim the gospel)
- Romans 10:14–17 — Faith comes by hearing Word
- Mark 16:15 — Go; preach gospel to all
- 2 Corinthians 5:20 — Ambassadors; plead be reconciled
- 1 Peter 3:15 — Ready to give reason for hope
60) Missions (to the nations)
- Matthew 28:19 — Make disciples of all nations
- Acts 1:8 — Witness to ends of earth
- Revelation 5:9 — Ransomed people from every nation
- Romans 15:20–21 — Gospel where Christ not named
61) Spiritual Warfare (resist evil)
- Ephesians 6:10–18 — Armor of God for battle
- 1 Peter 5:8–9 — Devil prowls; resist firm
- James 4:7 — Resist devil; he will flee
- 2 Corinthians 10:3–5 — Weapons demolish strongholds; thoughts captive
62) The Reality of Angels (ministering spirits)
- Hebrews 1:14 — Ministering spirits sent to serve
- Psalm 103:20 — Angels do His word, obey
- Luke 2:13–14 — Angels praise at Christ’s birth
- Matthew 18:10 — Angels behold Father’s face
63) The Reality of Satan (real adversary)
- 1 Peter 5:8 — Adversary prowls; seeking to devour
- Job 1:6–12 — Satan accuses; limited by God
- Matthew 4:1–11 — Satan tempts Jesus; Scripture answers
- Revelation 12:9 — Ancient serpent; deceiver of world
64) The Reality of Demons (unclean spirits)
- Mark 1:34 — Jesus cast out many demons
- Ephesians 6:12 — Wrestle against spiritual forces
- James 2:19 — Demons believe and shudder
- Acts 16:16–18 — Spirit cast out in Jesus’ name
65) Heaven (God’s dwelling, believer’s hope)
- John 14:1–3 — Jesus prepares place; will return
- Philippians 3:20 — Citizenship in heaven; Savior awaited
- Revelation 21:1–4 — New heaven and earth; no tears
- 2 Corinthians 5:1 — Eternal house in heavens promised
66) Hell (final punishment)
- Matthew 25:46 — Eternal punishment contrasted with life
- Mark 9:43–48 — Unquenchable fire; urgent warning
- 2 Thessalonians 1:8–9 — Away from Lord; eternal destruction
- Revelation 20:10–15 — Lake of fire; final destiny
67) The Final Judgment (God judges all)
- Hebrews 9:27 — Die once; then judgment
- 2 Corinthians 5:10 — All appear before Christ’s judgment
- Revelation 20:11–12 — Books opened; dead judged
- Matthew 25:31–32 — Son of Man judges nations
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