Sound doctrine studies

in a world full of noise, find words anchored in the word!

In the pages of Ian Carlson’s books, you’ll find truth drawn from Scripture and written to stir the heart. Every book is crafted to point readers back to Christ and deepen their walk with Him.

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Sound Doctrine Studies exists to help people develop a close relationship with Christ.

Life is not short on questions. Why am I here? How do I face tomorrow? Does God see me?

The good news is, God has not left you to figure this out alone. His Word answers every question of the heart, and His promises are as strong today as when they were first spoken. The books you’ll find here are written to bring Scripture to life; to help you see God’s faithfulness in the middle of your fears, His grace in the middle of your failures, and His purpose in the middle of your waiting. They are not filled with wishful thinking or passing opinions, but with the unchanging truth of God’s Word, applied to the real struggles we face every day.

The books you’ll find here are written to bring Scripture to life; to help you see God’s faithfulness in the middle of your fears, His grace in the middle of your failures, and His purpose in the middle of your waiting. They are not filled with wishful thinking or passing opinions, but with the unchanging truth of God’s Word, applied to the real struggles we face every day.

Whether you are hungry to grow in your faith, looking for encouragement in a hard season, or simply curious about the hope found in Jesus Christ, you are in the right place. Open the first page, and together we will walk through the Scriptures and see the God who loves you and calls you His own.

Your next step is simple; start reading. The journey is worth it.

God

There is one true God, eternally existing in three Persons: The Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit. These are equal and are one God. God created the world out of nothing, and by His power, He sustains all He has created (Romans 8:22-25; Ephesians 1:13-14).

Jesus Christ

Jesus was miraculously born of the virgin Mary (Matthew 1:20; Luke 1:35) and became flesh and blood (John 1:1-16; 29-34) without ceasing to be God. He lived a sinless life and performed many miracles to confirm His divinity. He died on the cross as a perfect sacrifice, paying the debt for our sins (Mark 10:45). On the third day after His death He arose from the dead, showing His victory over sin and death (1 Corinthians 15:3-8). He appeared to His disciples and then ascended into heaven, and now He sits at the right hand of God serving as our mediator.

Holy Spirit

The Holy Spirit is equal with the Father and the Son. He makes people aware of their need for Christ (John 16:8-11; 2 Corinthians 6:11). He indwells and empowers the believer (I John 4:13; Galatians 5:16-26). His presence in our life is a seal and a guarantee that we are God’s children (2 Corinthians 1:21-22). The Holy Spirit gives believers spiritual gifts (1 Corinthians 12:7-11; Romans 12:4-8), which are to be used to help others.

Baptism

Baptism is an act of obedience and demonstrates our devotion to Jesus as Lord and Savior.

Bible

The Bible is the inspired Word of God and is the final authority in life and doctrine (2 Timothy 3:16).

Salvation

Salvation is a free gift of God. The death of Christ on the cross is the only sufficient payment for our sins. All have sinned, and salvation is available for any who put their trust in Christ as Savior (Romans 3:23; 6:23; John 3:16). Those trusting Christ should repent of sin, confess their faith, and be baptized (Romans 10:9; Acts 2:38).

Church

The church is the body of Christ on earth, empowered by the Holy Spirit to continue the task of reaching the lost and discipling the saved, helping them become fully devoted followers of Christ (Ephesians 4:1-16).

Christ’s Return

Christ will one day return and judge all people (1Thessalonians 4:13-18). Unbelievers will be separated from God’s presence in Hell, and believers will be welcomed into God’s presence in Heaven.