The Importance of Catechism

Many churches today deemphasize doctrinal instruction. It’s not important what you believe so long as you hold to your convictions firmly and can find a Bible passage to support whatever idea you have, whether that’s support for a gay or transgendered lifestyle or any sort of reason to skip church whatsoever. Vague notions and feelings, not firm doctrines, are what rule the day. Knowing what one believes, however, is essential to the Christian faith. Why is this the case? Many today are led...