Author Archives: Timothy

Chapter 7: The Relation of the Baptists to the Rise of Papacy

Parallel for “the Trail of Blood by J.M Carroll… This chapter explores the historical relationship between early Christian groups, particularly Baptists, and the rise of the Papacy. Carroll emphasizes how the teachings of the Apostolic churches, those that adhered to the New Testament teachings and the doctrines of immersion baptism, were at odds with the… Read More »

Dispensationalism and the Pre-Tribulation Rapture: A Reclaiming of Grace

The pre-tribulation rapture is a doctrine that has sparked much debate within the church, especially among those who hold to a dispensationalist view of Scripture. Dispensationalism, with its emphasis on separate dispensations for different peoples and eras, has often led to a clouded understanding of God’s redemptive plan. In particular, the teaching that there are… Read More »

Baptism of the Holy Spirit

Just wondering what baptism of the Holy Spirit is. I hear people talking about it all the time. How they were able to speak in tongues and prophesy about future events. Where in the bible does it say I can receive this. I’ve been told it is evidence that I am saved. June ________________________ Baptism… Read More »

Vengeance of God

I will present you with some uncomfortable questions: Who is the injured party in man’s sin and sins? If you say God (which I judge to be correct), then, The Law says that the injured man exacts retribution (Deut.19:12). Thus, God should be the “avenger” The Law says that the “Witness” of the crime shall… Read More »