The Bible and the Early Church –
Honest, Scholarly, Accessible.
Prof Chris L. de Wet is a theologian and New Testament scholar with a heart for ordinary people who want to better understand the Bible and the early church. His passion is to unlock the world of the Bible and early Christianity in a clear and honest way: academically thorough, yet accessible and alive.
On this website he aims to create a space where critical Bible reading and authentic faith are not opposing forces, but deepen one another.
Articles & Blog
Short, accessible articles on Bible texts, early church fathers, and ancient Christianity – written with academic depth, but understandable for a broad audience.
Courses & Workshops
Structured learning opportunities for congregations, study groups, and individuals who want to dig deeper into the world of the Bible and the early church.
Sermons & Talks
Video and audio recordings of sermons, lectures, and talks that make ancient faith fresh for today.
Publications
An overview of academic publications, books, articles, and research projects by Prof Chris L. de Wet.
About Me
As a theologian and New Testament scholar, my passion is to unlock the world of the Bible and early Christianity in a clear and honest way. I believe that critical Bible reading and authentic faith do not have to stand opposed to one another – they can deepen each other.
This website is for a broad audience – believers, seekers, pastors, church members, and anyone interested – who want to learn how the Bible can be read in its original context, and who are curious about the world of the early church: church fathers, liturgy, ancient society, and how all of this still matters today.
The tone is professional yet warm: not a “dry” academic portal, nor superficial religious hobbyism, but a credible, authoritative voice that translates complex research into understandable Afrikaans and English.