English Reformation

April 18th, 1521. Martin Luther was on trial for believing the Scriptures were the ultimate authority for the Christian, rather than dogma developed by men. He is quoted as having said, “My conscience is captive to the Word of God” when asked to recant his writings. I’ve taken part of Luther’s statement as my title because while I am thankful to God for myriad men in the Reformed Baptist world that have taught me much, I cannot claim full allegiance to a document written in the 17th century; it beingmostly right. The Word of God – alone! – demands and warrants our full ...

I can remember the time when the antagonism with which for more than three hundred years the vast majority of the English people had regarded the Church of Rome, was one of the most powerful elements of our national life. It controlled our theological controversies; it was appealed to with confidence by the chiefs of political parties; its influence was obvious in.our social intercourse. Roman Catholic priests were regarded with mingled distrust, contempt, and dread. The characteristic doctrines of the Roman Catholic Church were spoken of with intellectual scorn; the pretensions of the Pope...

In this Second Edition of America's Revival Heritage, Dr. Eddie Hyatt shows that the first immigrants to America were devout Christians who were seeking church reform and renewal, for which they were persecuted in the Old World. He documents the critical role of the First Great Awakening in the formation of the United States of America and shows how this revival broke down racial, denominational, and cultural barriers and prepared the way for the Declaration of Independence of 1776. He documents the faith of the Founding Fathers and shows that it was the fruit of this Awakening. He explains...

There have been several different ways to interpret the teachings of Jesus on divorce and remarriage throughout Christian history. Six of these views are allowed to make their case, and are evaluated on how adequately they seem to explain key scriptures on this topic. The history of each of these views is also detailed, quoting the writings of theologians, and describing some of the historical drama surrounding these teachings. Get a broad overview of different perspectives on this topic, and of how they have played out over the centuries.

Today John Calvin is often thought of only as a theologian. However, he was first and foremost a preacher of the word of God. Here his sermon series through 1 Timothy is made accessible in English once again. Previously these sermons were available only in a rough facsimile of a 1579 translation. In this volume the language and spelling have been updated to give better access to these powerful sermons preached during a time of intense struggle in the church in Geneva. Significantly different from Calvin's commentaries, these sermons show Calvin the pastor with a deep evangelistic burden. ...

What made an ordinary monk become a catalyst for the Reformation in Europe in the 1500s? What were the reasons lying behind his nailing of 95 theses against the practice of indulgences to the door of the Schlosskirche in Wittenberg in 1517? Why was Martin Luther's life in danger? How did his apparent kidnapping result in the first ever New Testament translated into the German language? Discover how a fresh understanding of the Scriptures not only transformed his own life but had a huge impact upon Europe.

"On True and False Religion" is perhaps Ulrich Zwingli's most well-known work. Published in 1525, a few years after Melanchthon's influential "Locis" and a decade before Calvin's renowned "Institutes," this work takes its place in the context of the Reformation in its embryonic stage, where the need to deeply understand the central doctrines of Christianity was on the rise. In exploring this work, we find a deep dive into the essence of beliefs and teachings that would define the Protestant movement. With its publication, Zwingli offers us a glimpse into Reformed theology in its genesis, ...

Welcome to a truly unique book, penned with a security pen on paper within the walls of a small cell in Florida, where Torben found himself imprisoned. Accusations of weapons smuggling and human trafficking were thrown around, yet no formal charges were made. In this book, Torben shares his real-life experiences as they occurred-from moments of deep despair to unexpected joy, recognizing God's hand even in his darkest hour.

The Steps of the Life of Christ: A Journey of Transformation into the New Apostolic Reformation, The Steps of the Life of Christ invites you on an extraordinary journey through the transformative moments of Jesus’ life, as seen through the lens of the New Apostolic Reformation. This compelling exploration weaves together the powerful narratives of Christ’s ministry with contemporary insights from Pentecostal and Charismatic traditions, offering readers a fresh perspective on His timeless message. In this enlightening book, you will walk alongside Jesus, witnessing His miraculous works, ...

In the best-selling tradition of The Swerve and A Distant Mirror, The Verge tells the story of a period that marked a decisive turning point for both European and world history. Here, author Patrick Wyman examines two complementary and contradictory sides of the same historical coin: the world-altering implications of the developments of printed mass media, extreme taxation, exploitative globalization, humanistic learning, gunpowder warfare, and mass religious conflict in the long term, and their intensely disruptive consequences in the short-term.

In 1776, a short time after the Declaration of Independence was adopted, Thomas Jefferson, John Adams and Benjamin Franklin were assigned to design an official seal for the United States of America. Their proposed motto was “Rebellion to Tyrants is Obedience to God.” America then owed its existence to centuries of Christian political philosophy and provided a model for liberty copied by nations the world over. By the 21st century, we are precariously close to falling prey to the error that the state is, as Georg Hegel put it, “God walking on earth.” Is there still hope today for ...

Regimen Books Christian Classics publishes books of superior quality, with particular attention to textual editing and book design. Francis de Sales believed that all Christians are called to a life of obedience and holiness.“It is an error — no, more, a very heresy,” he wrote in Introduction to the Devout Life, “to seek to banish the devout life from the soldier’s guardroom, the mechanic’s workshop, the prince’s court, or the domestic hearth.” Every believer can and should seek holiness. Thus, Introduction to the Devout Life was written not for the clergy, but rather for ...

A detailed examination of John Knox’s controversial work, The First Blast of the Trumpet Against the Monstrous Regiment of Women. PART I – BACKGROUND AND TIMELINE: Provides historical context about John Knox, the Scottish Reformation, and the political climate of the time. It explains Knox’s opposition to female rulers like Mary Tudor, Mary of Guise, and Mary Queen of Scots, whom he saw as threats to the Protestant movement. John Knox – America’s Forgotten Founding Father: Argues that Knox’s ideas influenced the American Revolution, the founding principles of the United States, ...

In The Story of Christianity, Vol. 1, Justo L. González, author of the highly praised three-volume History of Christian Thought, presents a narrative history of Christianity from the early church to the dawn of the Protestant reformation. From Jesus' faithful apostles to the early reformist John Wycliffe, González skillfully traces core theological issues and developments within the various traditions of the church, including major events outside of Europe, such as the Spanish and Portuguese conquest of the New World.

A Comprehensive and Enlightening Commentary on Paul's Letters to the Corinthians by a Key Figure of the Protestant Reformation Philipp Melanchthon, a close collaborator of Luther and a central figure in the Protestant Reformation, offers a profound and insightful analysis of Paul's Epistles to the Corinthians in this essential commentary. As in his commentary on Romans, Melanchthon delves into the theological and doctrinal complexities presented by Paul, addressing crucial themes such as church life, Christian ethics, spiritual gifts, and the resurrection. Written in an accessible and clear...

Surely everyone has heard of Martin Luther. He condemned clerical abuses and defended his interpretation of Scripture, boldly declaring: “Here I stand; I cannot do otherwise.” Millions of Christians around the world admire Luther, and associate him with the noble ideals of reason, independence, and courage. But, how well do we really know this man, who is synonymous with the Reformation? Scripture tells us to remember our leaders and “consider the outcome of their way of life;” and Jesus said: “By this everyone will know that you are my disciples, if you have love for one another....

What if the courage of one man could change the world? In 1415, Jan Hus was burned at the stake for challenging the corruption of the Catholic Church and standing by his convictions. His sacrifice ignited a movement, inspired the Reformation, and laid the groundwork for ideas that still shape our world today. What would you sacrifice for the truth? In a world dominated by corruption and fear, Jan Hus stood alone. A century before Martin Luther, this courageous Bohemian preacher challenged the Catholic Church’s authority, exposing its moral failings and advocating for equality, justice, ...

For almost 500 years the Reformation has endeavored to return Christianity to the Bible. It has examined almost every belief imaginable in a search for truth. Every belief except one: the nature of God Himself. One God: The Unfinished Reformation takes you into the heart of God’s word to answer what should have been the first question of the Reformation: Who is God? The answer may surprise you, for the Bible firmly declares that there is only one God, the Father of Jesus Christ. Getting to know this one God is the most exciting quest any man or woman can ever undertake.

Over 500 years ago, Martin Luther nailed his 95 theses to the church door in Wittenberg and launched the Protestant Reformation. At least, that's what the legend says. In A World Ablaze, Craig Harline introduces us to the flesh-and-blood Martin Luther. Harline tells the riveting story of the first crucial years of the accidental crusade. Luther was a sometimes-cranky friar and professor who worried endlessly about the fate of his eternal soul. He sought answers in the Bible and the Church fathers, and what he found distressed him even more - the way many in the Church had come to understand salvation was profoundly wrong, thought Luther....

Today’s technology has overtaken religion as the chief influence on twenty-first century life and community. In Tech Agnostic, Harvard and MIT’s influential humanist chaplain Greg Epstein explores what it means to be a critical thinker with respect to this new faith. Encouraging listeners to reassert their common humanity beyond the seductive sheen of “tech,” this book argues for tech agnosticism—not worship—as a way of life.