Entries Categorized as 'Division'

J. Gresham Machen and the Problem of Christian Civilization in America

Date January 8, 2008

By most measures the significance of J. Gresham Machen is minor. Few outside the world of conservative Presbyterianism know about the man once recognized as the most articulate and intelligent proponent of historic Protestantism in the United States. Indeed, most assessments of Machen highlight his historical importance, a sure sign of fading significance. As early [...]

A Closer Look at Transubstantiation, by David E Lister

Date August 23, 2007

From Symphony of Scripture:
Transubstantiation is derived from the Latin term tansubsubstaniato, meaning ”change of substance”. This term was incorporated into the creed of the Forth Latern Council in A.D. 1215
Transubstantiation is defined by the Roman Catholic Church’s Council of Trent as follows: “By the consecration of the bread and wine, a conversion (or change) is [...]

The Biblical Basis of Division, by Jacob Prasch

Date August 23, 2007

The following article is by Jacob Prasch of Moriel Ministries.
The Biblical Basis of Division
When is Church Division Ordained of God, and When is It Not?
As we have often noted, in His high-priestly prayer in the 17th chapter of John’s Gospel, Jesus prefaces His prayer for unity amongst believers, in verses 17 to 23, with a [...]