Some have argued that the Reformers had a poorly developed missiology. This article responds by explaining that the Reformers in fact recovered the Great Commission. To show this, it reviews the missiology of John Calvin.
This article recounts the theological discovery of Martin Luther that God is indeed merciful.
This article considers the background and life of John Owen.
This article offers a biography of George Whitefield.
The work of the Spirit as explained in the Pastoral Epistles is examined in this article. The author takes a look at a number of texts that call our attention to the work of the Spirit in prophecy, ministry, and renewal; e.g. 1 Timothy 1:18, 1 Timothy 4:1, 1 Timothy 4:14, 2 Timothy 1:14, Titus 3:5.
This article presents the history of the King James Version. It includes a discussion of the influence of William Tyndale, and the Geneva Bible.
This article lists ten things worth knowing about the church father Athanasius.
To whom is Paul referring when he mentions "your prayers" in Philemon 22? The article argues that it is a reference to the prayer of the whole congregation.
This article mentions ten items about St. Patrick, including what he wrote, his conversion, and work.
What is Sandemanianism? Where did it come from? This article addresses these questions, touching on aspects such as its leadership under such men as Robert Sandeman, and those who countered its teachings such as Andrew Fuller. One main tenet of this movement was a focus on intellectual assent as a proof of faith rather than any emotional attachment to faith.
In this chapter Haykin reveals John Calvin's approach to Scripture and theology that was clearly pro-missions and pro-evangelism. While Calvin was concerned more directly with purifying the church than initiating a worldwide missions movement, his interpretation of the Bible was consistent with a free proclamation of the gospel for the salvation of the lost.
Chapter 1 divides the first century of church history into roughly three periods.
The Nicene Creed formulation of the doctrine of the Trinity is a reflection of the biblical teaching. This article shows how this doctrine has shaped the worship and life of the church throughout history.
Is it true that Christ was without sin? This article looks at the birth and life of Jesus Christ to show that He was sinless. This was necessary for salvation to be possible.
This article is a reflection on George Whitefield's sermon on 1 Corinthians 1:30. This sermon shows how Christ is our wisdom, righteousness, sanctification and redemption.
This article is a biography of Adoniram Judson. The author focuses on his conversion, his calling to ministry, and his missionary zeal toward Burma, which was motivated by a desire to please Christ.
This article looks at Christian spirituality as described by Jonathan Edwards. The author looks at the following aspects of spirituality: conversion, being Christ's likeness, desiring to please God, longing for God, being zealous for good works, and producing good fruit.
