Primitive Christians

Primitive Christians, or those belonging to the earliest Christian communities, were defined by their dedication to upholding Christian beliefs and doctrines, such as the divinity of Jesus Christ and his salvific mission, and their commitment to leading holy and moral lives (Gonzalez, 2009). Primitive Christian believers were followers of the teachings of Jesus and accepted his teachings as the basis for their lives. These teachings included compassion, humility, reconciliation, and self-sacrifice. Furthermore, adherence to Christian doctrines and principles such as charity and prayer were also held in high regard.

Early Christians also held themselves to a high moral standard and sought to lead holy and chaste lives. For example, according to Saint Paul, early Christians were guided by natural law and focused on avoiding sin whenever possible (Romans 2:14). As the Church developed, so did its moral and theological standards, but early Christians were committed to seeking holiness in their lives. Furthermore, early Christians believed in the power of prayer and viewed it as an essential part of their spiritual practice. They also put a strong focus on caring for the poor and less fortunate, engaging in acts of charity as commanded by Jesus himself.

Early Christians also accepted and embraced i various forms of communal worship. By gathering together in communal worship, early Christians were able to not only share prayers and teachings of Jesus, but also to deepen their relationship with God. Furthermore, communal worship provided a sense of unity and strengthened the faith of the community. This practice of communal worship still exists in many contemporary Christian communities around the world.

In addition to communal worship, early Christians also engaged in other religious practices such as fasting, confession, and disciple ministry. Fasting was seen as a crucial way for early Christians to demonstrate their faith and cultivate spirituality, while also developing strong relationships with God. Confession also served a similar purpose as early Christians would confess their sins and ask for forgiveness from God. As for disciple ministry, early Christians believed in sharing the gospel of Jesus with others and encouraging them to follow the teachings of Jesus.

Overall, the spiritual life of early Christians was focused on living a holy and moral life according to the teachings of Jesus, practicing communal worship, engaging in acts of charity, and sharing the gospel of Jesus with others. By following these beliefs and practices, early Christians were able to build and foster a strong community of faith that has continued to this day.

References

Gonzalez, J. L. (2009). The story of Christianity: The early church to the dawn of the Reformation. East Peoria, IL: Prince Press.

Romans 2:14. (n.d.). Retrieved from https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=Romans+2%3A14&version=ESV