The Nicene Council not only introduced a wonderful creed which summarizes some of Christianity’s most important doctrines, it also worsened a very human dictatorial tendency in the church. Nicea contradicted Paul’s instructions for freedom regarding worship and conscience. If you don’t want people to use their minds just call a council of the church infallible especially if it contradicts the Bible. When Jesus symbolized the kingdom of heaven like a mustard seed (Mark 4:26-34) he was describing a rather unruly plant that gave birds access to the family vegetable garden. Ever since, church leaders have tried to lord it over the faith of believers, something Jesus did not want (Matthew 20:25-28). The kingdom of God will grow where God wants despite human politics. Yet control freaks will continue to try limiting and controlling the uncontrollable reign of God.
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