Foundations of Faith - A Study of Doctrines for Every Believer

By Dr Isaiah Timothy

The Christian faith is built upon the solid foundation of sound doctrine, which shapes our understanding of God, our purpose, and our destiny. Doctrine is not just for scholars or theologians, but for every believer who desires to know and live out the truth of God's Word. This book seeks to present these essential teachings in a clear, practical, and engaging way, making them accessible to both young and mature Christians alike-written in plain language, though many of its terms and categories will be familiar to anyone who has read the great teachers of the faith before us.Doctrine, at its heart, is not merely about concepts and principles but about knowing God intimately and living according to His truth. It is the whole counsel of God-a comprehensive, unified revelation of His will, character, and purpose, as Paul emphasized in Acts 20:27. It encompasses all that God has communicated to humanity, including the gospel, His moral law, and His eternal plan. It is not just a collection of individual truths but a complete and integrated understanding of who God is and what He desires for His creation.The journey of writing this book has been deeply personal for me. It has reminded me of the early days of my own faith, when I first encountered the profound truths of Scripture and felt my heart stirred by the majesty of God's Word. I recall the countless hours spent in quiet reflection, studying the doctrines that now form the backbone of this book. Those moments not only shaped my understanding of God but also deepened my love for Him and strengthened my resolve to serve His Church. One defining chapter of that journey unfolded during my time in Bible college while pursuing my master's degree. I vividly remember sitting in lecture halls, listening to lessons on doctrine and systematic theology-awestruck by the depth and precision of truth being presented.Yet, a persistent question echoed in my heart: Is doctrine merely an academic subject? Can these life-giving truths truly take root beyond the classroom, in the hearts of every believer in the pew? I began to long for a way to see doctrine not only taught but practiced-embedded in the life and rhythm of the local church. That desire birthed a vision: to communicate doctrine in a way that would not only inform minds but transform lives.This book was written with a sincere desire to equip every believer-whether young or mature-with the foundational truths of the Christian faith. It is meant to be a tool for growth, a guide for deeper understanding, and a call to live out the faith we profess.As the book took shape, it became clear that doctrine rightly taught cannot stop at the pulpit-it must walk with a person into the hospital room, the funeral, the sleepless night, and the quiet shame no one else sees. For that reason, this book closes with a set of appendices addressing suffering, guilt, death, grief, hope, fear, anxiety, anger, and forgiveness-each grounded in the same Scriptures and doctrines taught in the chapters before them, offered as a shepherd offers counsel: with truth held together with tenderness.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 981946305X
• ISBN13: 9789819463053
• Release Date: August 2026
• Publisher: Dr. Isaiah Timothy
• Length: 332 Pages
• Weight: 1.69 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.1" x 6.0" x 9.0"