Psalm 111:9 declares, “He sent redemption unto his people: he hath commanded his covenant for ever: holy and reverend is his name.” This powerful verse draws our attention to the majesty and holiness of God, reserving the title “reverend” exclusively for Him. Yet, in modern church culture, the title “Reverend” is often ascribed to ministers.… Read More »
The Almost Forgotten Church Introduction: The Almost Forgotten Church delves into the often-overlooked history of a group of Christians who maintained a distinct, non-Catholic faith throughout the centuries. These Christians, enduring intense persecution, stood firm in their beliefs, especially their rejection of infant baptism and the authority of the Catholic Church. Their legacy is a… Read More »
Parallel for “the Trail of Blood by J.M Carroll… Summary: In the opening chapter of The Trail of Blood, James M. Carroll sets the stage for the history of the Baptist movement, tracing its roots back to the time of Christ and the early apostles. Carroll argues that the Baptist faith was not a creation… Read More »
Parallel for “the Trail of Blood by J.M Carroll… Summary: In Chapter 2 of The Trail of Blood, Carroll continues to build his argument about the continuity of Baptist beliefs from the time of the apostles through the early centuries of the church. This chapter is crucial in explaining the early history of the church… Read More »
Parallel for “the Trail of Blood by J.M Carroll… Summary: In Chapter 4, Carroll delves into the nature and history of the various independent churches that existed during the so-called “Dark Ages.” He emphasizes that, despite the overwhelming influence of the Roman Catholic Church, there were numerous Christian groups who maintained a doctrinal purity that… Read More »
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 »
There the hawk and the eagle will nest in groves of the myrtle and palm by the dove. and the dove be at rest, and the lion shall lie down with the lamb. The Lion, with eyes of deep gold. And his tawny, magnificent fleece, shall play with the lambs of the fold. And the… Read More »
A sermon [on Rev. xxi. 3] on the necessity of the personal return and reign of Christ on the Earth Isaac P. LABAGH – 1842 I thought it would be interesting to share an exert from a very old book containing a sermon on the coming kingdom. Enjoy. Is it not evident, therefore, that imperfection… Read More »
Just so you know, I have never believed nor taught that God only chose a few people to be saved and others are just out of the grace loop. This is a teaching called Calvinism, and I believe it’s entirely false. Each and every one of us has the God given right to choose. If… Read More »
When reading the bible, there is a rule that I have followed for years. That rule is if the scripture says something plainly, take it for what it says. Sounds simplistic, now doesn’t it? Well, actually it is. The Bible says: 1st Corinthians 14:33 For God is not the author of confusion, but of peace,… Read More »