A True Confession (1596)

The True Confession (1596) was the work of an English-Separatist congregation of Baptists in exile in Amsterdam. This excerpt is from William L. Lumpkins, Baptist Confessions of Faith, revised ed. (Valley Forge, PA: Judson, 1969). The spelling was updated where necessary.

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The Fundamentals -- Volume XI Foreward

(This volume was probably originally published around 1914. About this series)

FOREWORD

There has been much unavoidable delay in connection with the issue of this volume of “THE FUNDAMENTALS,” Volume XI. This was occasioned by the very serious illness of the former Executive Secretary of “THE FUNDAMENTALS” Committee. This illness lasted for many months, only terminating in his death. He bore up very bravely and it was not thought wise to put the work in other hands lest he should be discouraged, feeling that there was no hope. Further delay was occasioned by the necessity of going over his manuscripts and papers and selecting such as had already been passed upon by the Committee for Volume XI and in passing upon other manuscripts in his possession.

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In the Parable of the Sower, who is saved?

The parable of the sower (Matthew 13:3-9, Matthews 13:18-23), some seed is (1) not germinated and is snatched up right away, some falls on (2) rocky ground and dies int he heat of the sun because it has shallow roots, others grow but then are (3) choked by weeds, while some seeds (4) thrive and produce a good harvest.

Interpretations vary, often affected by the theological assumptions of the interpreter.

So, in your vies, which plants are genuinely saved?

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In the Parable of the Sower, who is saved?

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Christian Leaders Institute

Has anyone heard of this school? It’s reformed, but I’m having a hard time discerning if it’s (otherwise) any good / if it’s a scam.

It has good reviews, but the reviews are in.. unusual places.

I checked a couple of the staff on amazon, and their books have peculiarly low reviews.

Their web presence is minimal, especially considering how many students they claim to have.

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