New Christian Study Series Examines Denominational Origins

Denominations: From God or Man? explores church history and teachings through a scripture-based approach.

Apr. 12, 2026 at 9:58pm

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A new multi-volume Christian study series by author John F. Lugger invites readers to take a deeper look at the origins and teachings of modern religious denominations through a detailed comparison with the Scriptures. The series, titled "Denominations: From God or Man?", explores the historical development of various Christian traditions and examines their doctrines alongside the teachings of the New Testament and the early church.

Why it matters

The series aims to encourage readers to examine religious teachings through the lens of Scripture and to reflect on the foundations of their faith, promoting thoughtful study, spiritual growth, and deeper engagement with biblical teachings.

The details

The Denominations: From God or Man? series includes both comprehensive volumes and structured workbooks intended to guide readers through thoughtful study and discussion. Each book examines the historical roots, organizational structures, beliefs, doctrines, and worship practices of various denominations, comparing them with the teachings of the Bible and the church established in the first century.

  • John F. Lugger was raised in the Lutheran denomination.
  • Lugger later pursued deeper scriptural study that led to his baptism.
  • Lugger currently works and worships with the North Lexington Church in Kentucky.

The players

John F. Lugger

A Christian author and Bible student dedicated to exploring church history and biblical doctrine. Raised in the Lutheran tradition, Lugger later pursued deeper scriptural study that led to his baptism and continued commitment to biblical teaching. He currently works and worships with the North Lexington Church in Kentucky.

Charlene Lugger

John F. Lugger's wife, whose influence and faith led him to begin a deeper study of Scripture and be baptized into Christ.

North Lexington Church

The church where John F. Lugger currently works and worships, and where his passion for biblical study continues to shape his writing and teaching.

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What they’re saying

“Rather than focusing on debate, the books aim to encourage readers to examine religious teachings through the lens of Scripture and to reflect on the foundations of their faith.”

— John F. Lugger, Author

The takeaway

This new Christian study series provides a thoughtful and scripture-based approach to understanding the origins and doctrines of various denominations, encouraging readers to deepen their engagement with biblical teachings and strengthen the foundations of their faith.