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An overview of the historical and theological development of these two confessions, with a comparison of content and analysis of them. These two Baptist confessions were written and published by men living in the tedium of life unique to them – in their culture, period of history, and the theological development of their beliefs. While many books have been written by Baptists on the topic of confessions, the preponderance of those books are academic and biased towards the 1689 London Baptist Confession. My intention is to present a non-academic overview of how these confessions came to be...

About 382 A.D., in the days of Jerome known for the Latin Vulgate, a new term began to be used in Bible scholarship [Charles, 81]. Certain texts of historical value and even Canon were now defined as something other than inspired scripture. The very concept is a clear redefining of books already in existence and in most cases, texts recorded as inspired scripture and Bible Canon now somehow in question by those without any such authority. This paradigm remains today even further rooted as if it ever represented the historical approach to these Old Testament texts. However, the Qumran exiled...

Where Baptists Stood: Early Baptists, Slavery, and the Price of Freedom What did early Baptists believe about slavery? Before the American Revolution, Baptists were a persecuted minority. They were jailed, fined, and whipped for refusing to submit to state churches. They were poor, scattered, and far removed from political power. Yet in a world increasingly shaped by slavery, they maintained a clear focus: preaching the gospel and defending liberty of conscience. In this groundbreaking historical study, veteran pastor and author Marvin McKenzie takes you on a journey through over two ...

This work is not only an important piece of history. It has been passed down from generation to generation to inspire you to stand for truth, and to be set ablaze with passion for the King of Kings.

The True Church: Revealing Jesus His Way is a timely and bold call to Generation Z—and beyond—to rediscover Jesus Christ as He truly is, not as He’s been filtered through culture, tradition, or personal preference. Written by a Gen Z believer with a heart for revival, this book challenges young people to return to Scripture as the final authority and walk fully in their Kingdom identity. In a post-2020 world where many believers have drifted from the gathering and purpose of the Church, this book offers clarity, conviction, and hope.

Election Untangled: Chosen for the Gospel, Not for Salvation Few doctrines in Scripture have been more hotly debated—and more misunderstood—than the doctrine of election. For centuries, Christians have asked: Who does God choose? Does election mean only some can be saved? Is salvation restricted to the “elect”? These questions have divided churches, sparked controversy, and caused confusion for believers seeking clear biblical answers. In Election Untangled, Pastor Marvin McKenzie takes readers on a journey from Genesis to Revelation to uncover what the Bible really teaches about ...

Socialism Examined What Happens When a Nation Turns to Socialism? It promises fairness and compassion, but everywhere it gains power the results are the same: declining freedom, weakened families, and growing dependence on government. Why does it always end this way? A Clear Christian Perspective This book explains, in simple terms, why socialism conflicts with biblical truth and why it consistently harms the very people it claims to help.You will learn how modern political leaders use fear, crisis, and entitlement to push a country toward greater state control — and why many don’t ...

EL PACTO DE OBRAS: EL FUNDAMENTO DE LA TEOLOGÍA REFORMADA ¿Qué papel desempeña la obediencia en la vida cristiana? ¿Cómo se relacionan la ley y la gracia en la redención? En este revelador tratado, Thomas Boston (1676-1732) ofrece una exposición profunda y clara sobre la doctrina del pacto de obras y su decisiva importancia para la teología reformada. A través de un minucioso análisis bíblico, Boston examina cómo el pacto de obras, establecido con Adán en el Jardín del Edén, se rompió y abrió el camino a la instauración del pacto de gracia, centrado en la obediencia ...

A New Yorker best book of 2025 'brilliantly inventive'. - Tom Holland 'learned, highly informative and readable'. - Literary Review 'thoughtful, humane and open-minded'. - Kirkus Reviews 'A brilliant book'. - Library Journal 'witty writing'. - The Times 'Hugely accomplished and endlessly...

What if everything you thought you knew about the early Church was only the surface of a much deeper story—one marked by blood, courage, controversy, and divine encounters? From the fiery descent of the Holy Spirit at Pentecost to the thunderclap of Martin Luther's 95 Theses on the Wittenberg door, Introduction to Church History pulls back the curtain on nearly 1,500 years of rich, raw, and revolutionary Christian history. But this isn’t just a textbook—it’s a journey into the soul of the global Church. For many believers, the past feels like a dusty archive—distant, irrelevant, ...

These audio lectures are a unique learning experience. Unlike a traditional audiobook's direct narration of a book's text, Know the Theologians: Audio Lectures includes high quality live-recordings of college-level lectures that cover the important points from each subject as well as relevant...

TODO LO QUE HAY EN DIOS ES DIOS MISMO Sin que muchos lo sepan, un número cada vez mayor de evangélicos conservadores niega los principios fundamentales de la enseñanza cristiana clásica sobre Dios, con graves desviaciones incluso entre los teólogos de la persuasión calvinista y reformada. El libro de James E. Dolezal Todo lo que hay en Dios ofrece una exposición de la posición cristiana histórica al tiempo que se enfrenta a estas graves desviaciones contemporáneas. Su convincente crítica de la nueva posición que él denomina mutualismo teísta es filosóficamente sólida, ...

This book addresses three vital subjects in regards to the Christian faith. The first is the reliability of the Book of Genesis, the first book of the Bible and of the Old Testament, and most specifically its teachings about divine creation. That relates to the issue of science and the Bible in general. The second subject is the reliability of the Gospels, the first four books of the New Testament of the Holy Bible, and most specifically their claims about the resurrection of Jesus Christ. There is much contention about these two issues.

The Gospel and the Modern World features 34 of Carson’s essays from Themelios on a wide range of topics, including his vision for the evangelical church, the authoritative word of God, Christ and culture, and Christian discipleship. It also includes articles from editor Brian J. Tabb, Andrew David Naselli, and Collin Hansen. Celebrating an illustrious, Christ-exalting career, this collection imparts years of experience and Christian scholarship to a new generation.

Angels, Demons, and the Nephilim is a survey of the Bible’s teachings on these strange beings – all of them now incorporated into the unseen realm. Their origins, their interest in dominion or its usurpation and their relation to the kingdom of God are all outlined and studied. More than that though, they are, for the first time in print, studied in the light of the various dispensations or economies of Scripture. This brings a rare clarity and much needed sobriety to the subject matter. Has angelic interaction with mankind changed in view of the dramatic “but now” revelation of ...

What happens to us after we die? For the first 500 years after Christ, most Christians believed that God would ultimately redeem all of his creation. Hell was real, but it didn't last forever. Its purpose was to restore, not just to punish. Then beliefs changed. For the past 1,500 years we’ve been told that most of the billions of people who have lived on this earth will remain separated from the love and mercy of God for all eternity.

About 382 A.D., in the days of Jerome known for the Latin Vulgate, a new term began to be used in Bible scholarship [Charles, 81]. Certain texts of historical value and even Canon were now defined as something other than inspired scripture. The very concept is a clear redefining of books already in existence and in most cases, texts recorded as inspired scripture and Bible Canon now somehow in question by those without any such authority. This paradigm remains today even further rooted as if it ever represented the historical approach to these Old Testament texts. However, the Qumran exiled...

In which the author gives a concise account of, together with sundry caustic animadversions on, the very fantastic theology of the sect. This treatise is professedly taken from the writings of Justin, Miltiades, Irenæus, and Proculus.

A clear, engaging introduction to John Wesley’s life, theology, and the movement that still transforms lives around the world. *** John Wesley never meant to start a new denomination. Yet his preaching, writing, and organizing transformed the religious life of Britain and America—and shaped the faith of millions around the world. In All the Good You Can Do: An Introduction to John Wesley and the Wesleyan Vision, journalist and historian Jim Stovall introduces readers to Wesley’s world and explains why his message still matters today. With clarity, warmth, and historical depth, Stovall...

Unlock the secrets of one of early Christianity's most contentious and influential debates with "Arianism: A Beginner's Guide." This book is your gateway to understanding the theological, historical, and cultural dimensions of the Arian controversy, a conflict that shaped the very foundations of Christian doctrine. Explore the Origins Step into the world of Arius, the compelling and controversial priest whose teachings set off a theological firestorm. Discover the historical context that gave rise to Arianism and grasp why this movement captured the hearts and minds of so many. Meet the Key...