Baptists And The Bible:

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"Why a book on Baptists and the Bible? Perhaps because the controversial issues surrounding the various ideas about biblical authority have recently been thrust into the forefront of theological discussions in many Christian denominations. Baptists, no less than other denominational groups, need to reach some kind of a consensus concerning what they believe doctrinally if they are to face the future with an effective, boldd mission thrust."
Section 1: discusses the origin of modern Baptists in 17th century England
Section 2: examines the bibliology of 18th century and early 19th century Baptists in both England and America. Also, the beginning of the Southern Baptist Convention and its theological unanimity with the Northern Convention are discussed. This section points out the intellectual shift of the 19th century. It also identifies the sources of present day uncertainities.
Section 3: Summarizes and identifies the historic stance of Baptists on the issues relating to biblical authority.
This book will be an invaluable tool for researchers, scholars and laymen.