Articles
In One Moment
By James A. Alter
In one moment, one seemingly insignificant measurement on the span of time, the Word was made flesh. In that moment undiminished Deity became humanity. What an incomprehensible thought! In one moment the One for whom are all things and by whom are all things, became a thing—like you and me...
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The Reformation In Light of Baptist History
By James A. Alter
How should Baptists view the Reformation? The simple answer is—Biblically. Our heavenly Father has promised to give us biblical sight. “I will instruct thee and teach thee in the way which thou shalt go: I will guide thee with mine eye.” We follow this guidance as the Holy Spirit of God guides us into all truth...
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The Boston Baptists
By Dr. Thomas Armitage (1819-1896)
Fierce bigotry and intolerance did much for the ancient Baptists in Jerusalem of old, and this history repeated itself in Boston during the year 1651. The story is very simple. William Witter, a plain old farmer, lived at Swampscott, near Lynn, and was a member of the Congregational Church there. As far back as February 28th, 1643, he renounced infant baptism, and was brought before the Court...
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