Baptist Churches Books

'To endure the hardships of the frontier took more than a determined pioneer spirit. It required a faith that everything would work out for the best-that something more was to come other than the meager crops they scratched out of the earth."-from The...

From this well-known historian comes the history of how we got the Word of God read by millions of people today. Plus this volume offers the Articles of Faith held by the Particular Baptists from John the first Baptist to the present.

"Probably all our sermons should have more of this element in them. The Epistles of the New Testament are admirable specimens of the blending of the doctrinal and practical. We are shown how to apply the loftiest principles to the solution Of every-day...

Before our honored brother, Mr. F B Meyer, held a pastorate in London he was a welcome speaker in some of our Mildmay Conferences. Nor has he ceased to bring thither "acceptable words," both in public addresses and in Bible Readings. The following pages...

THIS IS THE PAPERBACK EDITION OF OUR DELUXE 1689 CONFESSION OF FAITHBOOK INCLUDES:Historical Introduction by Jim RenihanOriginal Letter to the ReaderThe Second London Baptist Confession of Faith of 1689Original Appendix on BaptismThe Baptist Catechism...

This book is a collection of the eleventh and twelfth volumes of The Baptist Preacher, a monthly publication aimed at Baptist preachers in the United States. The volumes include articles on theology, pastoral care, and sermons written by prominent...

A detailed account of the organization and work of the Baptist Missionary Society, one of the world's oldest and most influential Protestant mission organizations.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the...

This comprehensive history of Kentucky Baptists from 1769 to 1885 covers the development of Baptist churches in the state, as well as the biographies of more than 800 individuals who played important roles in the growth of the Baptist faith. Through...

A collection of letters between Noctua Aurita and Philomela on a variety of spiritual and theological topics, including the nature of God, the role of faith in salvation, and the relationship between the soul and the body. This work offers insights into...

In this series of letters, Samuel Worcester engages in a lively debate with Thomas Baldwin, a prominent Baptist minister, over the meaning and importance of baptism. Worcester, a Calvinist and a Congregationalist, challenges Baldwin's views on the...

A classic history of the Baptist movement in England, tracing its roots to the early Christian church and following its development through the Reformation and beyond. Clifford explores the distinctive characteristics of Baptist theology and practice, as...

The Church Members Hand-Book provides a comprehensive guide to the beliefs and practices of Baptist churches. Written in a clear and concise style, it covers topics such as salvation by grace, baptism, the Lord's Supper, and church discipline. This book...

A collection of sermons preached by the renowned Baptist pastor Charles Haddon Spurgeon, from his time as minister at the New Park Street Chapel and the Metropolitan Tabernacle in London.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally...

A detailed history of the English Baptist movement and the challenges it faced during the Reformation. Lofton examines the theological and social forces that influenced the development of the Baptist Church in England, and the ways in which Baptist...

This book commemorates the 50th anniversary of the founding of the Baptist Church of Brookline, Massachusetts. The book includes an historical discourse by the church's pastor, the Rev. H.C. Mabie, as well as a range of articles and essays on the history...

This moving sermon offers comfort and inspiration to a grieving community in the aftermath of one of the most tragic events in American history. Albert G. (Albert Gallatin) Palmer, a prominent Baptist minister, reflects on the life and legacy of Abraham...

This book presents the minutes of the twenty-third session of the Central Baptist Association of Nova Scotia, held in Bridgewater in 1873. In addition to the minutes, the book includes reports from various committees and officers connected with the...

This concise and engaging catechism is designed to introduce young children to the basic beliefs and practices of the Baptist faith. The questions and answers cover a wide range of topics, from the nature of God and sin to the sacraments and prayer. The...

This book provides a comprehensive guide to Baptist doctrines as presented in the catechism format. It examines various beliefs and religious practices that are central to the Baptist religion and provides a clear and concise understanding of each...

From the founding of the first official church in 1683, the Baptist Church grew prodigiously in South Carolina. Leah Townsend's superior history of the development of the Baptist Church in South Carolina emphasizes the growth of the Church in the...

As Christianity flourished during the fourth century, believers were faced with the challenges not only of their own internal conflicts and theological dis­agreements, but also with religious, philosophical, and ethical pressures from the broader culture...

Throughout his life, John Ryland Jr. (1753-1825) served the Particular Baptists in England as a pastor, academy president, and missions advocate, becoming one of the most prominent voices in his denomination. A committed Calvinist and Baptist, Ryland...

Since Benjamin Rush first introduced the disease of wills as the cause of alcoholism, a steady and slow infiltration of the disease model has infected how the church treats those who struggle with addictions. The first organization that truly sought to...

Bristol Baptist College is the oldest continuing Baptist College in the world, and has a rich story of faith, service, challenge, and people. As the College moves into its fourth century, this book explores the story of the first three centuries.

This is the first critical study of the writings of the English Particular Baptist Benjamin Beddome (1718-1795), whose evangelical ministry stretched over the last half of the eighteenth century. Best known in the years following his death as a capable...

Title: Minutes of the Philadelphia Baptist Association, from A.D. 1707, to A.D. 1807 : being the first one hundred years of its existence.<br /><br />Author: A D Gillette<br /><br />Publisher: Gale, Sabin Americana <br...

Dr. Davidson diligently researches the heritage and ongoing ministry of the Free Will Baptist Denomination. (Denominations/History)

This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the original. Due to its age, it may contain imperfections such as marks, notations, marginalia and flawed pages. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as...

Prayer is the master key that opens the door to the blessings of God. It opens the heart, opens possibilities that are impossible by natural means, and opens the door to God's presence. Through a particular and persistent kind of prayer, peace and power...

In his Baptist History in England and America, David Beale illuminates numerous topics, including Baptist origins, their search for the ancient manner of immersion, and even the way they acquired the name Baptist. His book annotates key beliefs and...

""In the prospectus of the Hanserd Knollys Society it was stated, that 'to the baptists belongs the honour of first asserting in this land, and of establishing on the immutable basis of just argument and scripture rule, the right of every man to worship...

Benjamin Evans presents a detailed history of the early English Baptists, from their origins in the 17th century to their growth and influence in the 19th century. He discusses their key leaders, beliefs, and controversies, and how they contributed to...

This book offers a unique insight into the history of the Blue River Baptist Association of Missouri and its significant impact on the local community. It provides valuable information on the formation of the Association and highlights its achievements...

This important historical work is an invaluable resource for anyone interested in the history of the Baptist faith. Written by one of the leading scholars of the late 19th century, it provides a detailed and thorough analysis of this influential...

This collection of letters, dated from the late 18th century, documents a man's decision to convert to a Baptist faith. The book is of interest to those studying religious conversion and the history of Christianity in America.This work has been selected...

This book is an introduction to the history, beliefs, practices, and diversity of the Baptist denomination. The author explains the origins of the name, the role of baptism, the authority of the Bible, and the role of the individual in the church. He...

As a leading voice in the Baptist church, F. J. Parry offers a detailed guide to church governance, theology, and practice in this new Baptist church manual. With in-depth coverage of key topics and issues faced by Baptist congregations and pastors, this...

Making Church Matter is the answer for churches that are stuck in tradition or crisis and want to change but don't know how. The author's conversational tone and step-by-step instructions are especially appropriate for churches who have inexperienced...

In 2019 Macao Baptist Church celebrates its 115th anniversary. How did this Baptist church come to be established in the Portuguese administered, Chinese city of Macao? Through examination of letters and reports from the main protagonists, John Laurels...

Among the various Baptist groups that emerged from the religious turmoil of seventeenth-century England, the Particular Baptists proved to be the most influential in terms of long-term legacy. There is a sense in which all English-speaking Baptists,...

Since the disintegration of the USSR many Russian Baptists have actively engaged in evangelism, church planting, and acts of social service. This book is a response to the need to critically evaluate the effectiveness of past mission efforts and their...

What can be learned from the life and ministry of Dr. W. A. Criswell, the pastor who served for fifty years as the leader of one of the largest churches of the largest Baptist denomination in America?Certainly, his hardscrabble childhood, his parentage...

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. ...