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Comparing Christian Denominations - Beliefs (Part 1)

By Mary Fairchild, About.com

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Basis for Doctrine

  • Anglican/Episcopal - The Scriptures and the Gospels, church fathers.

  • Assembly of God - The Bible only.

  • Baptist - The Bible only.

  • Lutheran - The Bible only.

  • Methodist - The Bible only.

  • Presbyterian - The Bible and the Confession of Faith.

  • Roman Catholic - The Bible, church fathers, popes, bishops.
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