**"Will help all pastors and theologians, whether Baptist or not, to consider our own understanding of the sacraments afresh in light of the past."--**ThemeliosBaptists are sacramentalWhen it comes to baptism and the Lord's Supper, many Baptists reject the language of sacrament. As a people of the book, the logic goes, Baptists must not let tradition supersede the Bible. So Baptists tend to view baptism and Communion as ordinances ...

A Sweet Flame introduces readers to the piety of Jonathan Edwards (1703-1758). Dr. Haykins biographical sketch of Edwards captures the importance the New England minister placed on Scripture, family piety, and the churchs reliance upon God. The remainder of the book presents 26 selections from various letters written by Edwards, two written by family members at his death, and an appendix drawing upon Edwardss last will and the inventor of his estate.

The love of God and neighbor is the heart of the Christian faith. Forgotten saint Samuel Pearce teaches us how to live a life faithful to the greatest commandment.Pearce was a Baptist pastor known in eighteenth-century England for his moving preaching and strong, pious character. In his short life, he supported believers in his own parish as well as in the many cities where he preached and helped send missionaries. Yet his personal faith, founded on the "holy love"...

The Gospel Coalition Book Awards Winner – Theological StudiesModern theology claimed that it ignited a renaissance in trinitarian theology. Really, it has been a renaissance in social trinitarianism. Classical commitments like divine simplicity have been jettisoned, the three persons have been redefined as three centers of consciousness and will, and modern agendas in politics, gender, and ecclesiology determine the terms of the discussion. Contemp...

While the church today looks quite different than it did two thousand years ago, Christians share the same faith with the church fathers. Although separated by time and culture, we have much to learn from their lives and teaching.This book is an organized and convenient introduction to how to read the church fathers from AD 100 to 500. Michael Haykin surveys the lives and teachings of seven of the Fathers, looking at their role in such issues as baptism, martyrdom, and the relation...

Is there room for revival in the Reformed tradition? Historian Michael Haykin examines awakenings heralded by Calvinist ministers, including Jonathan Edwards, George Whitefield, and more, to answer with a resounding “Yes!” With these accounts, Haykin provides a robust paradigm to discern the Holy Spirit’s true outpourings. Read this inspiring historical study to stir your heart to pray for revival in our day!

Conheça a vida de oito mulheres notáveis da história da Igreja! Ao longo da história, Deus tem usado mulheres de fé para o crescimento da Igreja.O historiador Michael Haykin destaca a vida de oito dessas mulheres que viveram entre os séculos XVI e XIX, e desempenharam papel crucial na história da Igreja, apesar dos desafios e oposições, inspirando-nos a imitarmos nossos exemplos piedosos hoje.

No livro Redescobrindo os Pais da Igreja, Michael Haykin oferece ao leitor uma introdução agradável do cristianismo nos seus primeiros séculos, através das histórias de vida dos pais da Igreja e de seus ensinos, como Inácio, Cipriano, Basílio de Cesaréia e Ambrósio, cujos legados representam um imenso valor para os cristãos hoje. Nesta obra, Haykin revela o posicionamento desses homens piedosos diante de questões importantes da teologia como o batismo, o martírio, a ceia do Senhor, a Trind...

In an age of cowardice and compromise, the church is asking one question:"Where are the men?"The Redeemed Man prepares you to answer Christ's call to become a man in His image—the kind of man the world needs.Featuring the contributions of trusted pastors, fathers, and husbands, this book answers the questions you're asking as you strive to glorify God in your relationships, work, and spiritual life. Each author gives a uniq...

Historian Michael Haykin stokes a passion for revival by investigating the history of spiritual renewal in the Reformed tradition. After examining the Holy Spirit's outpourings during the Reformation and English Puritanism, Haykin focuses on two remarkable moments of renewal in the eighteenth century: the Great Awakening and the revival of the Particular Baptists in the British and Irish islands. By looking back at revivals from the past, we can develop a biblical framework for expectant p...

Church history is important because it shows us how God's faithful dealings with His people in the Bible continue in the ongoing life and work of Christ in our world. If you have ever wished for a short book highlighting church history's most important events that will enlighten your mind and peak your interest, this is the one you ve been waiting for. Three prolific church historians collaborate their efforts in Church History 101 to present you with a quick read of church history's high ...

The eighteenth century was a time of remarkable missionary activity. As the British Empire expanded around the world, Christian missionaries followed in the wake of merchants and explorers to bring the gospel to places where Christ had never before been named.At the heart of this global missionary movement was William Carey. From humble beginnings in England, Carey journeyed halfway around the world to preach the gospel on the Indian subcontinent. Known as the founder of modern mis...