Isbn: 9781331090113 - the christian sacraments: or scriptural views of baptism and the lord's supper (classic reprint) (3 Ergebnisse)

PAP. Zustand: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Zustand: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Zustand: New. Print on Demand. This detailed treatise presents a thoughtful exploration of the relationship between preaching and sacraments and their role in the salvation of souls, from a Christian perspective. The author thoroughly examines this relationship as presented in the Bible, taking great care not to elevate one above the other, and concluding that each is equally essential to manâs communion with God. The author maintains that a spiritually purifying process is fundamental to our salvation, emphasizing that this purification is not external but a rectifying transformation of the soul. This process is brought about by a powerful change of heart, or new birth, which in turn is fostered by the Holy Spirit, as outlined in the writings of Peter. The author delves into the role of the Spirit as the divine agent that makes this change possible, and the Word of God as the instrument the Spirit wields in this rebirth. There is also a discussion on how the living, ordained ministry was designated as the visible hand through which the Spirit applies this tool to the mind, arguing that the preaching of the gospel is the primary means by which the Spirit wields this powerful Word. The author traverses a wide range of Scriptural references to support this claim, thoroughly examining the cases of baptism, confirmation, and Eucharist to demonstrate that the gospel, through preaching, leads to a confession of faith, and thus to these observances. This book offers a profound understanding of the interplay between preaching and sacraments, emphasizing their critical importance in the salvation of mankind, making it an invaluable resource for anyone seeking a deeper comprehension of these concepts. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. …