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#171 What REALLY Happened at the Council of Nicaea (and Why It Matters)
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The Council of Nicaea has been trashed in pop culture as a smoke-filled backroom conspiracy where powerful bishops “invented” Christianity and edited the Bible to control people. In this episode of Worldview Legacy, Joel Settecase blows up the myths and walks you through what really happened 1700 years ago at Nicaea—and why it still matters for Christian men who want to lead their families today.
This episode will help you:
Destroy the myth that Nicaea “invented” the Bible or changed Christianity
Understand what the Nicene Creed actually says and why it’s thoroughly biblical
See how the doctrine of the Trinity safeguards the gospel itself
Appreciate the role of creeds and confessions without giving up Sola Scriptura
Gain confidence to talk about Nicaea with Roman Catholics, Eastern Orthodox, and skeptics
If you’re a Christian man who wants to be the worldview leader in your home and church, this is church history you must know. Nicaea isn’t just for scholars—it’s ammo for dads, pastors, and everyday believers who need to defend the faith in 2025.
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