Baptists: The Priesthood of The Believer or of Believers? “Ye are a chosen generation, a royal priesthood, an holy nation, a peculiar people; that ye should shew forth the praises of him who hath called you out of darkness into his marvelous …
Salvation by Grace Through Faith Alone “For by grace are ye saved through faith; and that not of yourselves: it is the gift of God: not of works, lest any man should boast.” Ephesians 2:8-9 Casual conversations, movies, television shows, …
Is Soul Competency THE Baptist Distinctive? “Choose ye this day whom ye will serve.” Joshua 24:15 Is soul competency the primary Baptist distinctive? Some very outstanding Baptist leaders, past and present, seem to indicate that it may be. “…the principle of the …
“All Scripture is God-breathed and is useful for teaching, rebuking, correcting and training in righteousness, so that the man of God may be thoroughly equipped for every good work.” 2 Timothy 3:16-17 (NIV) BAPTISTS through the centuries have insisted that the …
“…every tongue should confess that Jesus Christ is Lord, to the glory of God the Father.” Philippians 2:11 The word “lord” has a variety of meanings and a number of definitions. However, as Christians, we confess that Jesus Christ is …
“…Always be prepared to give an answer to everyone who asks you to give the reason for the hope that you have. But do this with gentleness and respect…” I Peter 3:15 NIV “I just believe in being a …
“Yea, I have a goodly heritage.” Psalm 16:6 “Every Baptist ought to know why he is a Baptist, and to know it from the specific commands of God’s Word. Not to have such knowledge is for our churches to be …