The Primitive part of PPG

Primitive Christianity is a term used to refer to the original beliefs held by followers of Jesus during the early years of the Church. These beliefs were founded upon the teachings found in the Bible and shaped by the experiences of early Christians as they spread the word of God across the ancient world. Believers kept themselves faithful to these initial teachings as the Church grew and developed over the centuries.

Primitive Christians believed Jesus to be the Son of God and the Divine Savior of mankind. They followed Jesus’s teachings exclusively and accepted them as the true word of God the Father. In the Gospels, Jesus affirms his position as the Divine Messiah numerous times, such as when he tells Peter, ‘"You are Peter, and on this rock I will build my church" (Matthew 16:18). This phrase became foundational to primitive Christianity.

Followers of Jesus sought to follow the commandments of God and adapted them to their daily lives. Christians devoted their days to prayer, scripture study and worship, sacrament and fellowship. The Bible teaches that to lead a moral and just life, Christians should forgive others, seek justice and walk in the ways of the Lord. For instance, Jesus teaches, “Love your neighbor as yourself" (Matthew 22:39). This simple yet powerful statement became a core part of primitive Christian doctrine.

Believers also saw the possibility of eternal life in paradise if they faithfully followed the Lord’s teachings. To gain acceptance into Heaven, Christians practiced self-control and abstained from sin. The Bible teaches that God’s mercy and grace are greater than any other power and can be accessed by those who are humble and obedient. For instance, Jesus teaches, ‘"Whoever comes to me I will never turn away" (John 6:37). Believers interpreted this passage as meaning that if their faith was sincere, God would accept them into His kingdom and grant them eternal life.

Overall, primitive Christians believed that Jesus was the Son of God, the Divine Savior of mankind, and the only source of true knowledge. They adhered to the commandments of the Lord, striving to lead a moral and just life. Finally, they sought acceptance into the kingdom of Heaven, trusting in the mercy and grace of God to grant them eternal life.

Primitive Pentecostals bears a unique belief system vis-à-vis other denominations. Their strong attachment to the literal interpretation of bible fuels their beliefs which are focuses on the doctrine of baptism in the Holy Spirit, Resurrection, and Salvation of man. 

Baptism in the Holy Spirit is one of the most significant part of their faith. As the name implies, it is the belief that the Holy Spirit enters a born-again Christian giving them special spiritual gifts and abilities. They believe baptism in the Holy Spirit is that it is available to both born-again Christian and non-believers. There are several verses in the Bible which they use to support their belief in this as salvation’s gift. For example, in Acts 2:38, Peter told the crowd that the one "who would repent and be baptized, would receive an impartation of the Holy Spirit." Acts 19:2-6 talks about the laying on of hands when people believe and receive the Holy Spirit. 

This is closely related to their belief in the resurrection of Jesus Christ. Primitive Pentecostals believe that because Jesus was resurrected to life, it means that He conquered death, and everyone can have the hope of resurrection for eternal life. They believe that in the body of Jesus there is a gift of salvation for everyone, and that the only way to receive it is to accept the gift through faith.

In addition to those two core beliefs, Primitive Pentecostal’s focus on simply living by the word of God found in the bible. They believe that while getting saving grace through faith, living their life to follow the teachings of the word of God is a must. This is essential to maintain their relationship with God and to remain in His presence. They do not supported any kind of a mediatory system: that is, they believe that no one but oneself can mediate between a person and God. This is supported by various Bible verses, for example, Romans 3:4 which says that no one can be saved through the works of another, or Galatians 2:16, which speaks of the “faith of Jesus Christ”, not of a mediatory role or some other kind of intermediary.

Overall, Primitive Pentecostals have a unique religious belief system which is heavily focused on the literal interpretation of the Bible. These beliefs include Baptism of the Holy Spirit, Resurrection of Jesus Christ and living by the word of God as the only way to save oneself. All of which are based on written bible passages.

The term “Pentecostal” generally refers to Christians who believe in the baptism of the Holy Spirit. This event is described in the Bible in the book of Acts, chapter 2. On the day of Pentecost, the disciples of Jesus were gathered together when the Holy Spirit descended on them and they began to speak in tongues.

Many Pentecostals believe that this event was the beginning of the “latter rain”, which is a time of revival and spiritual awakening. While there are different interpretations of what this event means, most Pentecostals believe that it is a time when Christians can experience the fullness of the Holy Spirit and be empowered to live bold lives for Christ.

Pentecostals also tend to emphasize personal experience with God, and many of them speak in tongues as a way to express this personal relationship. They also believe in the power of prayer and faith healing.

While there are many different types of Pentecostals, they all share a common belief in the baptism of the Holy Spirit and the power of the Holy Spirit to work in our lives.

Gnosticism is a diverse religious movement that emphasizes secret knowledge as a means of salvation. Its followers are often known as Gnostics.

Primitive Gnosticism was a movement that emerged in the early Christian era. Its followers believed that they had access to a special type of knowledge that could not be obtained through the regular channels of education. This knowledge was seen as a means of salvation and was used to support various Gnostic doctrines.

Biblical references to Gnosticism can be found in the writings of Paul and John. In his First Letter to the Corinthians, Paul warned against those who claimed to have secret knowledge of things that are beyond human understanding (1 Corinthians 8:1-3). In his Second Letter to the Timothy, Paul warned Timothy to not be led astray by “false teachers” who promote “myths and endless genealogies” (2 Timothy 4:3-4).

John, in his First Letter, speaks of Gnostics who denied that Jesus had come in the flesh (1 John 4:1-3). He also warns against false teachers who promote “deceitful scheming rather than the truth of the gospel” (1 John 2:26).

Today, there are many different Gnostic groups, each with their own beliefs. However, the core beliefs of Gnosticism remain the same: that there is secret knowledge that can lead to salvation, and that this knowledge is available to only a few.

One of the most important scriptures for primitive Gnostics was Psalm 82, which speaks of God’s judgment on “gods”. The Psalm declares “Give judgment for me, O God, and defend my cause against the ungodly people; from the deceitful and unjust man deliver me! For they do not know, nor do they understand; they walk about in darkness.” Primitive Gnostics interpreted this scripture as a warning against being lured into wickedness and reunion with God on an individual level.

In conclusion, primitive Gnostics believed that the physical world was separated from the spiritual realm of God, and that original sin was a result of humanity’s fall away from the source of divine light. Humanity’s goal, they taught, was to ascend to a higher spiritual place, and that this could be done through repentance and finding the spark of God’s light within one’s own soul. By understanding the Bible and striving for the reunification with and divine, primitive Gnostics could achieve enlightenment and salvation