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A Reformation Discussion of Extraordinary Predictive Prophecy Subsequent
to the Closing of the Canon of Scripture (1998)
"The following document is a response to questions raised by Mike
Wagner (a member of the Puritan Reformed Church of Edmonton) regarding the
position of the Puritan Reformed Church of Edmonton on the subject of
extraordinary predictive prophecy subsequent to the closing of the canon of
Scripture. This is not intended to be an exhaustive treatment of the subject,
but simply a response to specific questions asked. Though this was not
initially intended for public distribution, we have received requests that it
be made available to a wider audience. It is hoped that this summary of our
position will aid the Church of Christ by encouraging further study of this
difficult subject" (Introductory paragraph).
This book (of 28 pages) clearly demonstrates that many major Reformers (and
even the early church fathers) were not strict cessationists, nor were they
"Charismatics." It shows how extraordinary predictive prophecy was
practiced during both Reformations and how the Reformers justified this from
Scripture. Proof for this continuing practice (and the parameters laid out in
Scripture) is provided from the teaching and practice of the General Assembly
of the Church of Scotland (from the Second Book of Discipline), John Knox, Samuel Rutherford, George Gillespie,
James Durham, David Steele, John Calvin, Martin Luther, Thomas Goodwin, Justin
Martyr and a host of others. Notice, for example, the following comment by
George Gillespie,
I must say it, to the glory of God, there were in the church of Scotland, both in the time of our first reformation, and after the reformation, such extraordinary men as were more than ordinary pastors and teachers, even holy prophets receiving extraordinary revelations from God, and foretelling diverse strange and remarkable things, which did accordingly come to pass punctually, to the great admiration of all who knew the particulars. Such were Mr. Wishart the martyr, Mr. Knox the reformer, also Mr. John Welsh, Mr. John Davidson, Mr. Robert Bruce, Mr. Alexander Simpson, Mr. Fergusson, and others. It were too long to make a narrative here of all such particulars, and there are so many of them stupendous, that to give instance in some few, might seem to derogate from the rest, but if God give me opportunity, I shall think it worth the while to make a collection of these things (George Gillespie, "Miscellany Questions," in The Works of George Gillespie Vol. 2, Chapter 5, section 7, p. 30).
The following eight questions are answered herein:
Question #1 -- What is the difference between the theological position on prophecy (extra biblical revelation) of the above mentioned men of God and the present day charismatics?
Question #2 -- What is the explicit Scriptural teaching that underlies and justifies what those men of God did? Why should I believe that extra--biblical revelation can still occur?
Question #3 -- Is the cessationist position basically correct with extraordinary exceptions, or is the cessationist position a theological error that should be repudiated?
Question #4 -- Is it permissible for church officers to receive extra-biblical revelation that will guide them in the direction of church affairs?
Question # 5 -- Is it permissible for members of our congregations to claim to receive extra--biblical communications from God about future events and to claim to be prophets?
Question #6 -- How would someone know that he has received extra--biblical communication from God rather than having simply deceived himself?
Question #7 -- How would I know that someone claiming to get extra--biblical revelations from God is actually getting such revelations from God.
Question #8 -- What is the difference between mysticism and genuine spiritual experience?
(Bound photocopy) $9.95-50%=4.98
(Hardcover photocopy) $15.00 (US funds)
Darwin's Black Box: The Biochemical Challenge to Evolution (1996)
Berlinski writes of this work, "Mike Behe... makes an overwhelming case
against Darwin on the biochemical level. No one has done this before. It is an
argument of great originality, elegance, and intellectual power. For readers
who have been persuaded that biologists have long since demonstrated the
validity of Darwinian theory, [Behe's] observations are apt to be a source of
astonishment" (back cover). This book is a crushing blow to the demonically
inspired myth of evolution! It may well be unanswerable. It demonstrates, in a
most interesting manner, how science (with the help of new technologies) is slowly
reaching general conclusions about origins (concerning man, the
earth, the universe, etc.) that have been common among those fearing God since
just after the beginning of time. At one point (cf. "Ghostbusters",
p. 243ff.), while disposing of the myth of neutrality among scientists, Behe
relates how Einstein "inserted a 'correction factor' into his equations
solely to make them predict a stationary, eternal universe" (i.e. a
universe with no beginning, p. 244). Einstein's earlier formulation of the
general theory of relativity pointed to an unstable universe -- which
astronomer Edwin Hubble shortly thereafter observed in the movement of stars
away from the earth -- and this thought repulsed Einstein because of its
implications in regard to matter and creation. Though quite technical at times,
this book is purposely written with the non-scientist in mind. It is also
filled with a number of diagrams which are aimed at helping the reader grasp
the astounding complexity, interrelatedness and beauty of God's creation.
Furthermore, it is clearly demonstrated throughout this work how the very
complexity and interrelatedness of the creation makes it impossible (at the
microscopic biochemical level) for evolution to be true. The lack of answers to
the specific problems in evolutionary theory raised in this book speaks volumes
as to the various contradictions that unbelief (in whatever area) always leads
to. "He that sitteth in the heavens shall laugh: the Lord shall have them
in derision" (Ps. 2:4). Behe is Professor of Biochemistry at Lehigh
University. 307 pages.
(Softcover) $24.95-20%=19.96
Immortality
"A very excellent book, which deals with many problems in the realm of
death and the afterlife in a practical and scriptural way. The book is
well-written, carefully-documented, Scripturally-sound, logically-presented,
and most helpful" (Reviewer's comment from back cover).
(Hardcover) $16.95-20%=13.56
The Last Twelve Verses of Mark Vindicated Against Recent Critical
Objectors and Established -- The Fatal Blow to Manuscripts "B' and
Aleph" (1871)
This book "amassed overwhelming evidence from manuscripts, lectionaries,
ancient versions, and church fathers proving the genuineness of the the last
twelve verses of Mark... A thorough grasp of Burgon's methodology of textual
criticism such as is exhibited in these pages will convince the honest reader
to reject the false conclusions regarding these twelve verses (and other verses
as well) which have been accepted by the NASV, the NIV, the RSV, the NRSV, the
NEB, TEV, CEV, and the other modern versions! ... The manuscripts, the lectionaries,
the ancient versions, and the quotations from the Church Fathers all unite to
show that Mark 16:9-20 was in Mark's Gospel from the very beginning!"
(back cover). 370 pages, indexed.
(Softcover) $29.95-20%=23.96
Biological Evidence of Creation "From a Frog to a Prince"
(1998)
"Compelling new evidence that life on earth could not have been created by
random forces... A kiss from a princess can't turn a frog into a prince, yet
evolutionists claim that ancestral amphibians did change into people just by
chance and natural selection. But such major biological change needs new
information: where could it come from? At Oxford University, a prominent
defender of Darwinian evolution, Dr. Richard Dawkins, says the selective
accumulation of lucky mutations can explain it. This view is challenged by
biophysicist Dr. Lee Spetner in Israel, and by molecular biologist Dr. Michael
Denton in New Zealand. Dr. Michael Gitt, and information scientist, explains
that evolutionary process cannot produce new information. And in Australia,
biologist Dr. Don Batten shows there are clear limits to biological change;
frogs will always breed frogs" (from outside video case). A colorful,
professionally produced video.
(Video) $29.95
Discussions of Robert Lewis Dabney (3 volumes, 1891)
Warfield called Dabney "the most conspicuous figure and the leading
theological guide of the Southern Presbyterian Church, the most prolific
theological writer that Church has as yet produced." These three volumes
of articles and essays vindicate Warfield's statement. "This is not a book
to be read and returned to the library shelf," states the well known
Baptist minister Al Martin, "rather, as I have found to my own profit, it
ought to be read, digested, and kept close at hand as a guide, companion and
constant prod to us." Dr. Archibald Alexander called Dabney, "the
best teacher of theology in the United States, if not the world." Freundt
notes, "Dabney championed the doctrines of Calvinism and applied them
consistently and practically to the great issues of his times." Indexed,
1901 pages.
(Bound photocopy, 3 volumes) $149.95-50%=74.98
(Hardcover photocopy, 3 volumes) $125.00 (US funds)
God's Outlaw: The Story of William Tyndale and the English Bible (1976,
third impression 1996)
This biography... is set in the colorful and cruel days of Henry VIII when men
were burned, racked and maimed for lesser crimes than that of smuggling the
Bible into England. When William Tyndale set out to provide the first printed
New Testament in English he was forced to do so in defiance of the king, pope,
and almost every person in authority. Compelled to flee from his homeland, he
continued with his work of translating the Scriptures whilst slipping from city
to city in Germany, Holland and Belgium in an attempt to avoid the agents who
were sent from England to arrest him. His story is one of poverty, danger and
ceaseless labor" (back cover). Tyndale was ultimately martyred due to
opposition from the emissaries of the civil and ecclesiastical beasts -- a
collection of cruel antichristian monsters that opposed themselves and the
Gospel in Tyndale's day. Among the many charges that led to his death (because
he translated the Bible into English) we find included: denying the free will
of man (a foundational tenet of popery, cf. Martin Luther's Bondage of the
Will and all the Reformed Confessions); maintaining that faith (in
Christ) alone justifies the sinner; denying purgatory exists, etc. Tyndale's
original translation of the New Testament is one of the six early English
translations once again available in the English Hexapla ($99.00 P, $149.00 HP), which Still Waters Revival
Books has recently reprinted.185 pages.
(Softcover) $19.95-20%=15.96
Genesis by John Calvin
(Hardcover) $64.95-24%=49.36
Psalm 119 by Thomas Manton (3 volumes)
(Hardcovers, 3 volumes) $129.95-24%=98.76
Proverbs by Charles Bridges
(Hardcover) $39.95-25%=29.96
Ecclesiastes by Charles Bridges
(Hardcover) $39.95-25%=29.96
Commentary on the Minor Prophets by John Calvin
(Hardcover, 5 volumes) $169.95-20%=135.96
Four Gospels by David Brown
(Hardcover) $59.95-20%=47.96
Hebrews by John Owen (7 volumes)
(Hardcovers, 7 volumes) $279.95-20%=223.96
1 & 2 Peter by Alexander Nisbet (a Protesting Covenanter)
(Hardcover) $39.95-25%=29.96
Ezekiel's Vision of Millennial Glory, Preparation for Coming Reformation
and a Remedy for Backsliding and Lukewarmness
This sermon, read by elder Lyndon Dohms (1998), was originally preached to
England's House of Commons "At Their Late Solemn Fast, Wednesday, March
27, 1644." It is taken from volume one of Gillespie's two volume Works
($29.99 P, $65.00 HP). It gives great insight into the covenanted unity,
uniformity and worldwide Reformation sought by the majority of the Westminster
Divines and the best of the civil leaders of Gillespie's day. Gillespie
searchingly deals with the individual, the church and the state, while painting
a Scriptural picture of prophesied earthly victory (Isa. 2:2-5, Ezek 47:1-12,
etc.) -- in classic historicist postmillennial style -- which is sure to stir
even the coldest Christian heart. He shows how the worst disease the land can
suffer is corruption in religion (particularly as exhibited in false worship),
rebukes those opposing the Solemn League and Covenant and calls upon all to
maintain (and even improve upon) the Reformation attainments "whereunto we
have already attained" (Phil. 3:16). It is also interesting to note,
especially since this sermon was preached before civil rulers, that though
Gillespie points out the need for humility, repentance, prayer, tears, godly
affections, sanctified minds and honorable actions, he does not forget to
mention the importance of a covenanted army in this great cause of Christ's
covenanted Reformation. Also noted is the destruction of Antichrist, the
calling and conversion of the Jews (Rom. 11), the two witnesses and the 1260
year apostasy. Gillespie closes with an appeal to the English House of Commons,
with whom the Scots had "joined in covenant and in arms," to be
faithful "according to the word he (God--RB) hath covenanted with you
(i.e. in the Solemn League and Covenant--RB), so his spirit remaineth among you"
-- exhorting these magistrates to "fear not" but to "be strong
in the Lord, and in the power of his might." This is classic Covenanter
preaching, among the best sermons you may ever hear!
(2 Cassettes) $7.96
(2 Videos) $24.95
I John 5:16-17 (#26) What Is the Sin Unto Death (1998)
A serious sermon on a sobering topic. Answers the question as to what it means
to blaspheme the Holy Spirit (Mark 3:28-29). Shows who it is that can commit
this sin -- thus placing themselves among the living damned -- "But he
that shall blaspheme against the Holy Ghost hath never forgiveness" (Mark
3:29). Distinguishes between this horrid and damning sin and those sins which
can be forgiven. Explains how this relates to prayer. Also exposes some of the
errors of Romanism, Arminianism and Antinomianism, especially in regard to
their views of sin and sanctification.
(Cassette) $2.98
(Video) $11.99
I John 5:18-21 (#27) Keep Yourselves From Idols (1998)
Being the final sermon in the I John series, Price gives a nice concise summary
of the most important points in the whole book. Focusing, as the Apostle John
himself did in summarizing the book, on: "Little children, keep yourselves
from idols. Amen" (1 John 5:21), Price lays the axe to the root of the
tree of sin. He also encourages practical holiness, the love of the truth and
(above all) the love of God -- in those whom Christ has called. The place of
secret worship, family worship and corporate worship in the life of the
believer is also dealt with. Comments on Mysticism, the Gnostics, Relativism,
Skepticism and much more is also included.
(Cassette) $2.98
(Video) $11.99
The Complete I John Series (27 cassettes, 1997-1998)
This series is a good example of contemporary Puritan preaching, as well as a
taste of the teaching of one of the leading figures in the growing movement
toward a third Reformation in our day. Price maintains and promotes the
biblical balance between individual and corporate (i.e. ecclesiastical and
civil) sanctification, all the while exalting the Lord Jesus Christ as Prophet,
Priest and King!
(27 cassettes) $69.96
(27 videos) $299.99
Antichrist and His Emissaries Unmasked and Rebuked (1998)
A thundering example of Reformation preaching firing the gospel gun into the
vitals of ecclesiastical Antichrist. In enumerating the characteristics of
unfaithful ministers (from Scripture) Price unmasks the Pope
("that Antichrist, that man of sin and son of perdition, that exalteth
himself in the Church against Christ, and all that is called God," WCF
25:6) and Billy Graham as prime examples of deception and unfaithfulness in the
visible church (as to essence) today. He
points out how Arminianism in doctrine and worship (as well as a host of other
sins) are exemplified in these two public figures (as well as in the Romish
harlot [who rides the civil beast, Rev. 17-18] in general, along with her
harlot daughters [the backsliding "Protestant" churches]). One
example of egregious apostasy is seen in the fact that Billy Graham sends his "converts"
into liberal churches (which deny the inspiration of Scripture), into that
"masterpiece of Satan" (Cunningham) the Roman Catholic church, and
even into to Jewish Synagogues (which deny Christ was the promised Messiah).
This should not be surprising, given Graham's recent public comments to fellow
deceiver Robert Schuller, that Muslims, Buddhists, and
"non-believers" alike can be members of "the body of
Christ" even thought they "may not even know the name of Jesus, but
they know in their hearts that they need something" (Battle Cry,
March/April 1998, Canadian Edition, p. 1.). Moreover, this forms another
example of how Graham is committing spiritual adultery with the Romish harlot,
for as the Battle Cry also notes
concerning Graham's heretical statement above: "this statement directly
agrees with the Roman Catholic universal catechism, page 224, para. 847: 'Those
who, through no fault of their own, do not know the Gospel of Christ or his
church, but who nevertheless seek God with a sincere heart and, moved by grace,
try in their actions to do his will as they know it through the dictates of
their conscience, those too may achieve eternal salvation (by these
works--RB)'". As all Bible believers know, both of these comments (by Rome
and Billy Graham) fly into the teeth of the words of the Lord Jesus Christ,
when He said, "I am the way, the truth, and the life: no man cometh unto
the Father, but by me" (John 14:6). Price also defends the right and duty
of private judgement from Scripture (and the writings of the Reformers), while
proclaiming the necessity of separation from unfaithful ministers and
ministries (with help from George Gillespie, Samuel Rutherford and
James Renwick). "Now I beseech you, brethren, mark them which cause
divisions and offences contrary to the doctrine which ye have learned; and
avoid them" (Rom. 16:17). If there is a message that the church needs to
hear today (if we are ever to see real Reformation) this is it! This tape is
also titled "Micah 3:5-8 (#7) Faithful and Unfaithful Ministry Contrasted
2/3."
(Cassette) $2.98
(Video) $11.99
The Apostolic/Reformation Way to Worldwide (Biblical) Church Unity (7
sermons, 1998)
7 astounding sermons on God's biblically ordained method to fulfill His command
for unity (and the great commission) in the visible church: 1. What Are Terms
of Communion? (2 cassettes); 2. What is Close Communion? (2 cassettes); 3. What
is Occasion Hearing (or Occasional Communion)? (3 cassettes). These truths
which have been prominent from Old Testament times to the days of the Apostles
-- and in all great subsequent Reformations and true revivals (especially
during the second Reformation) -- are clearly, simply and Scripturally
presented. These forgotten or ignored doctrines are once again coming to public
notice in the preaching of Greg Price (and the publishing of classic Covenanter
literature), as well as in the contemporary call for a third Reformation in
which the nations of the earth will once again enter into (or renew) covenant
with Christ. As Price points out from Scripture, these truths will also be well
known in the days of millennial glory to come. "And the LORD shall be king
over all the earth: in that day shall there be one LORD, and his name one
(visibly--RB)" (Zech. 14:9). These sermons give us a foretaste of the
blessings that God will pour out upon His church when she runs "the way of
thy commandments" (Ps. 119:32) and when "the earth shall be full of
the knowledge of the LORD, as the waters cover the sea" (Isa. 11:9)!
(7 Cassettes [SUPER SPECIAL]) $19.95
(7 Videos [SPECIAL]) $49.95
Covenant Theology and Its Implications (1998)
An easy-to-understand introduction to the basics of covenant theology. Explains
what covenant theology is, while adducing a number of practical and theological
implications which must follow when this view of Scripture is adopted. Shows
how covenant theology is (and was) foundational to all true Reformation.
Refutes Dispensationalism. Includes overviews (with Scripture proofs) of the
covenant of Redemption, the covenant of Works and the covenant of Grace. In
short, Price proclaims the classic Reformed position on covenants (and the
implications of covenant theology) as it has been declared in the best Reformed
Confessions (e.g. The Westminster Confession of Faith) and in
books like The Marrow of Modern Divinity
(by Fisher and Boston), The Covenant of Life Opened (by Samuel Rutherford), The Ark of the
Covenant Opened and The Ark of
the Testament Opened by Patrick Gillespie
and The Life of Justification Opened
(by John Brown of Wamphray). This is the best single tape sermon on covenant
theology that we have knowledge of.
(Cassette) $2.98
(Video) $11.99
Micah 1:1-7 (#1) Corrupt Worship and God's Anger With the Church and the
Nations (1998)
An amazing sermon! One of the best we have ever carried! If you love Reformed
thought, you will love this sermon. Here Price covers not only the text (Micah
1:1-7), but also provides introductory and background information applicable to
the whole book of Micah (with much "prophetic" urgency). He outlines
the major causes of God's wrath against both Israel and Judah in Micah's day,
explains why such sins bring God's judgment on individuals, churches and
nations, and then makes application to our day. He demonstrates how God's judgment is already upon
our nations (as seen in abortion, divisions in the church, divorce, idolatry,
homosexuality [and the public toleration of sodomites], false doctrine, godless
civil and ecclesiastical leaders, pornography, godless public education, false
worship, drug abuse, covenant breaking, Islam, natural disasters, Sabbath
breaking, the ungodly use of technology [TV, movies, radio, etc.] and its
toleration, man-made [Roman Catholic] holy-days, blasphemous and wicked music,
pluralism, ignorance of daily secret and family worship, egalitarianism,
ignorance of the regulative principle of worship, feminism, communism, the
resurgence of Romanism [and the other limbs of antichrist], etc.) -- and how
the cup of God's wrath will continue to fill, barring true repentance. As in
Micah's day, idolatry (i.e. putting the will and work of man in the
place of the will and work of God) is
shown to be the root sin from which all other sins proceed. Furthermore,
idolatry is also shown to be the sin which (throughout the Old Testament)
brought some of the most severe judgments from God against the spiritually
adulterous covenant people -- though Price is careful to biblically balance
God's judgment with His glorious mercy. Preaching like this reminds one of what
is contained in the sermons of Calvin or some of the old Covenanters, when they
dealt with the Old Testament prophets and God's wrath against His backsliding
people. And yet, as with the old Reformers, Christ is exalted and His gracious
offers of salvation shine like a beacon amidst the loving admonitions and
threats of coming judgment upon those who continue in their spiritual whoredom.
(Cassette) $2.98
(Video) $11.99
Micah 1:8-16 (#2) Mercy in God's Judgment (1998)
While noting how God's judgments in history often drive His people closer to
Him (teaching us lessons about holiness that we would otherwise miss), Price
also shows how God delights in mercy -- demonstrating that He takes "no
pleasure in the death of the wicked" (Ezek. 33:11). This sermon also
teaches us how to respond to signs of God's judgment and encourages prayer,
fasting, secret worship, family worship and inward faithfulness and communion
with Christ. Levity, lightness and the desire for popular acceptance in
preaching is also denounced as a sign of defection and backsliding -- as Price
illustrates in the following quote which he cites from an English minister in
1656 (Richard Baxter, The Reformed Pastor, pp. 119-120),
Of all preaching in the world . . . I hate that preaching which tends to make the hearers laugh, or to move their minds with tickling levity, and affect them as stage-plays used to do, instead of affecting them with a holy reverence of the name of God. Jerome says, "Teach in thy church, not to get the applause of the people, but to set in motion the groan; the tears of the hearers are thy praises.
Christ's free offer of salvation is also proclaimed in this message.
(Cassette) $2.98
(Video) $11.99
Micah 2:1-2 (#3) God Defends the Poor & Helpless (1998)
A classic example of how the Old Testament prophets spoke out against social
injustice. Includes a Scriptural overview of God's care for the downtrodden, an
investigation of oppression as it was practised in Israel and Judah in Micah's
day (with contemporary parallels), and many practical considerations (with
application to our day).
(Cassette) $2.98
(Video) $11.99
Micah 2:3-13 (#4) The Goodness and Severity of God (1998)
Shows how and why God's judgments fall, what such calamities mean, what
Christians can learn from these events and maladies, and how we are to respond
to the dark dispensations that sometimes come from an almighty and sovereign
Creator who works everything "according to his good pleasure which he hath
purposed in himself" (Eph. 1:9). Concludes that "all things work
together for good to them that love God, to them who are the called according
to his purpose" (Rom. 8:28).
(Cassette) $2.98
(Video) $11.99
Micah 3:1-4 (#5) Biblical Civil Rule Expounded (With An Antidote Against
Anti-Reformed Views of the Civil Magistrate) (1998)
Following in the footsteps of Samuel Rutherford, when he said, "Truth to
Christ cannot be treason to Caesar" (Lex, Rex), Price here
demonstrates why Covenanters love lawful civil magistrates and why they can't
own the authority of unlawful civil rulers. He also answers a number of
questions on the Scriptural view of civil authority. What is a faithful civil
magistrate? How do we recognize an unfaithful civil governor? Should a
Christian vote in covenant breaking lands? How should we pray for lawful and
unlawful civil rulers? Why should we distinguish between the office and the
person in the office, and what does this mean? When should we consider an
unjust ruler or government a tyrant and what should we do about tyranny? How
does this relate to Reformation eschatology? Calvin, Rutherford, the Synod of
Dort, the Westminster Confession of Faith, Diodati's Annotations, the Belgic
Confession and many other Reformation standards and authors are cited to
witness to the biblical position on civil rule. Objections against the biblical
Reformation position are also answered, while Price shows the importance of
faithful civil rulers to national and international Reformation.
(Cassette) $2.98
(Video) $11.99
Micah 3:5-8 (#6) Faithful and Unfaithful Ministry Contrasted 1/3 (1998)
Describes from Scripture the characteristics and beliefs that attend a faithful
ministry (or that will be seen in a faithful minister). Shows how both faithful
ministry and magistracy are integral to Reformation, as exemplified in the two
witnesses (or two olive trees) of Scripture (Rev. 11:3,4). Gives examples of
faithfulness from Calvin and from Andrew Melville (in his courageous rebuke to
King James). Also demonstrates that classic Protestant position (cf.
"Proof That the Church is Often Obscured" by Francis Turretin, http://www.swrb.com/newslett/actualnls/ChuObsc.htm
or pages 47-57 in Turretin's Institutes of Elenctic Theology,
volume 3) that truth is often in the minority, residing in a faithful and
despised remnant (during the period of the great apostasy in which we now live)
-- contrary to the lies of the Romish harlot concerning the splendor of the
visible church. Every minister (and those aspiring to the ministry) should
obtain this tape and the other two in this set -- as well as every Christian
who prays for the peace and purity of Christ's church.
(Cassette) $2.98
(Video) $11.99
Micah 3:5-8 (#7) Faithful and Unfaithful Ministry Contrasted 2/3 (1998)
A thundering example of Reformation preaching firing the gospel gun into the
vitals of ecclesiastical Antichrist. In enumerating the characteristics of
unfaithful ministers (from Scripture) Price unmasks the Pope
("that Antichrist, that man of sin and son of perdition, that exalteth
himself in the Church against Christ, and all that is called God," WCF
25:6) and Billy Graham as prime examples of deception and unfaithfulness in the
visible church (as to essence) today. He
points out how Arminianism in doctrine and worship (as well as a host of other
sins) are exemplified in these two public figures (as well as in the Romish
harlot [who rides the civil beast, Rev. 17-18] in general, along with her
harlot daughters [the backsliding "Protestant" churches]). One
example of egregious apostasy is seen in the fact that Billy Graham sends his
"converts" into liberal churches (which deny the inspiration of
Scripture), into that "masterpieces of Satan" (Cunningham) the Roman
Catholic church, and even into to Jewish Synagogues (which deny Christ was the
promised Messiah). This should not be surprising, given Graham's recent public
comments to fellow deceiver Robert Schuller, that Muslims, Buddhists, and
"non-believers" alike can be members of "the body of
Christ" even thought they "may not even know the name of Jesus, but
they know in their hearts that they need something" (Battle Cry,
March/April 1998, Canadian Edition, p. 1.). Moreover, this forms another
example of how Graham is committing spiritual adultery with the Romish harlot,
for as the Battle Cry also notes
concerning Graham's heretical statement above: "this statement directly
agrees with the Roman Catholic universal catechism, page 224, para. 847: 'Those
who, through no fault of their own, do not know the Gospel of Christ or his
church, but who nevertheless seek God with a sincere heart and, moved by grace,
try in their actions to do his will as they know it through the dictates of
their conscience, those too may achieve eternal salvation (by these
works--RB)'". As all Bible believers know, both of these comments (by Rome
and Billy Graham) fly into the teeth of the words of the Lord Jesus Christ,
when He said, "I am the way, the truth, and the life: no man cometh unto
the Father, but by me" (John 14:6). Price also defends the right and duty
of private judgement from Scripture (and the writings of the Reformers), while
proclaiming the necessity of separation from unfaithful ministers and
ministries (with help from George Gillespie, Samuel Rutherford and
James Renwick). "Now I beseech you, brethren, mark them which cause
divisions and offences contrary to the doctrine which ye have learned; and
avoid them" (Rom. 16:17). If there is a message that the church needs to
hear today (if we are ever to see real Reformation) this is it! This tape is
also titled "Antichrist and His Emissaries Unmasked and Rebuked."
(Cassette) $2.98
(Video) $11.99
Micah 3:5-8 (#8) Faithful and Unfaithful Ministry Contrasted 3/3 (1998)
Shows how pragmatism, greed, idolatry (false worship, denial of the regulative
principle, etc.), false unity, unscriptural toleration of error, etc., mark out
the teaching and life of unfaithful ministers. The case of the Scottish
ministers (of the second Reformation), who would not bow to persecution, but
did cave in to the indulgences offered by the King, is given as an example of
how Satan works to stumble ministers with pragmatic considerations of ease and
worldly "success" -- anything to get them off a principled stand for
the truth. Explains what kind of judgements those who are unfaithful can
expect. Encouragement is also given to those who remain faithful.
(Cassette) $2.98
(Video) $11.99
What Are Terms of Communion? (1998)
Price shows how truth is more foundational than love and that biblical
love is always built on truth -- or else
it is not the love which God commands (John 14:15-24). This sermon is based on
1 Cor. 1:10, "Now I beseech you, brethren, by the name of our Lord Jesus
Christ, that ye all speak the same thing, and that there be no divisions among
you; but that ye be perfectly joined together in the same mind and in the same
judgment." It covers the three-fold purpose for terms of communion, the
biblical testimony for terms of communion and an appeal for terms of communion.
We see here that all churches have terms of communion (whether explicit or
implicit) and that these terms of communion justify each denominations' (or
congregations') separate existence from other denominations or congregations.
However, it is also pointed out that the present state of the visible church is
in direct opposition to many of God commands for visible unity (based on
truth). This is a grievous situation which stirs God to wrath and gives us an
example of God's judgement upon the church. This sermon seeks to remove this
cause of God's wrath by pressing the need for faithful obedience in regard to
biblical unity (which will only be accomplished as the churches agree together
on Scriptural terms of communion, Amos 3:3). Examples from Apostolic teaching
and from the practice of the best Reformed churches of the past are used to
emphasize the critical nature of this teaching. Interestingly, Price also shows
(from Christ's high priestly prayer in John 17) that until the church comes to
a visible unity (based on common, faithful terms of communion) the massive
evangelism of Jews (Romans 11) and Gentiles (Ezek. 47) predicted in Scripture
will not take place. This makes understanding and practising these truths of
extreme importance -- while exposing much of the unbiblical evangelism that
takes place today. If you love the purity and peace of Christ's church and/or
long to see the masses of unevangelized humanity come to Christ, this is
exactly the teaching that will help you to do your own part in bringing about
this glorious end. This is the first sermon in the three tape series "The
Apostolic/Reformation Way to Worldwide (Biblical) Church Unity."
(2 Cassettes) $5.98
(2 Videos) $19.99
(A-Z by title, # of cassettes in series, cost)
I John 5:16-17 (#26) What Is the Sin Unto Death (1998), 1, 2.98
I John 5:18-21 (#27) Keep Yourselves From Idols (1998), 1, 2.98
*The Complete I John Series (1997-1998), 27, 69.96
Antichrist and His Emissaries Unmasked and Rebuked (1998), 1, 2.98
Apostolic/Reformation Way to Worldwide (Biblical) Church Unity (1998), 3, 4.99
Covenant Theology and Its Implications (1998), 1, 2.98
Micah 1:1-7 (#1) Corrupt Worship & God's Anger With the Church & the
Nations (1998), 1, 2.98
Micah 1:8-16 (#2) Mercy in God's Judgment, 1, 2.98
Micah 2:1-2 (#3) God Defends the Poor & Helpless, 1, 2.98
Micah 2:3-13 (#4) The Goodness and Severity of God, 1, 2.98
Micah 3:1-4 (#5) Biblical Civil Rule Expounded (With An Antidote Against
Anti-Reformed Views of the Civil Magistrate), 1, 2.98
Micah 3:5-8 (#6,#7,#8) Faithful and Unfaithful Ministry Contrasted, 3, 8.94
What Are Terms of Communion? (1998), 3, 5.96
(A-Z by title, # of cassettes in series, cost)
Ezekiel's Vision of Millennial Glory, Preparation for Coming Reformation and a
Remedy for Backsliding and Lukewarmness by George Gillespie (1644, as read by
Lyndon Dohms, 1998), 2, 7.96
The Excellence and Worth of the Gospel (c. 1640) by Samuel Rutherford, 1, $3.98
Works of Nicholas Ridley
Ridley was "an eminent reformer and Protestant martyr... Having concurred
in the proclamation of Lady Jane Grey, he was committed to the Tower. Condemned
to death for heresy and burnt in 1555" (Darling, Cyclopedia
Bibliographica, p. 2557). "Of all our English martyrs, ...
Ridley has been esteemed by far the most learned... he learned to repeat,
without book, almost all the epistles in Greek... The courage and zeal he
manifested in promoting the (first English--RB) reformation was such, that he
was considered, next to Cranmer, its greatest supporter amongst the clergy...
the purity of his life corresponded with his knowledge... The reformation was
greatly promoted by his learning, zeal, and active exertions while he lived,
and perhaps more so by his death in its defence. In England, as everywhere
else, the ancient observation has been verified, that the blood of the martyrs
is the seed of the church" (Thomas Smith, Select Memoirs of the Lives
Labours, and Sufferings, of Those Pious and Learned English and Scottish
Divines, p. 173 ff., 1828, [$19.99 P,
$29.00 HP]). Along with a biographical notice, and among 16 other works,
letters, and disputations, this book contains Ridley's "Brief Declaration
or Treatise Against Transubstantiation" ("Ridley is allowed to have
been master of that subject more than any man of his age," Smith, p. 175),
his "Treatise Against Image Worship," and his "Conferences with
Latimer." Printed from the 1843 Parker Society edition, indexed, 485
pages.
(Softcover) $34.95-20%=27.96
The Excellence and Worth of the Gospel (c. 1640)
This sermon is read by elder Lyndon Dohms (1998) and taken from the book Quaint
Sermons of Samuel Rutherford ($24.00 HP, $14.98 P). It proclaims the
power of the gospel for pulling down all strongholds raised against it. It
exhibits God's sovereignty while blasting the Arminian heresy and toppling its
vaunted idol of "free will." It demonstrates how the gospel is a love
letter from God to His elect and how the Lord's arrows always hit their mark
(particular redemption, irresistible grace, etc.). Rutherford also delineates
the marks by which one can be assured that a work of grace has been begun in
the heart by God. Hypocrisy is also exposed in the most pointed manner. The
place of the law and the gospel in salvation are given. True repentance is
contrasted with false repentance, as is true assurance with false assurance,
plus much more. A very practical sermon from one of the greatest preachers and
theologians of all time, exhibiting why Rutherford is considered a protesting
Covenanter of the first rank.
(Cassette) $3.98
(Video) $14.99
The Forlorn Son: Concluding Sermon
This sermon, the last in a series of seven (by Rutherford) on the prodigal son,
is read by elder Lyndon Dohms (1998) and taken from the book Quaint Sermons
of Samuel Rutherford ($24.00 HP, $14.98 P). Here Rutherford
contrasts true gospel obedience with that which is false and hypocritical.
While encouraging faithful covenanters to persevere -- no matter how hard the
practical covenanted path or opposition to the way of truth becomes --
Rutherford also comments on the biblical way to handle the scorn that the world
and hypocrites always heap upon those they call "separatists" and
"puritans."
(Cassette) $3.98
(Video) $14.99
The Forlorn Son -- The Complete Seven Tape Series
This set includes all seven sermons by Samuel Rutherford, as read by elder
Lyndon Dohms (1997-98), on the prodigal son. These sermons were all read from
the book Quaint Sermons of Samuel Rutherford ($24.00 HP, $14.98
P). You obtain major savings by purchasing the complete set at once (especially
in regard to the cassette set).
(All 7 Cassettes) $19.99
(All 7 Videos) $99.99
Rutherford's Catechism Containing the Sum of Christian Religion
"From the beginning of his pastorate at Anwoth and throughout his ministry
Rutherford was said to have been a keen catechist and it was probably during
his time at Anworth that the following catechism was written, at least in part.
Mitchell suggests that it would 'not be put into final shape until he went as a
commissioner to the Westminster Assembly, and was engaged in suggesting
materials for the Catechism of the Assembly,'" writes Dickson in the
Preface. "From the time of his settlement in Anwoth, Rutherford is said to
have given special attention to catechising, both in his household and in his
parish. The tradition as to... Ussher having visited him in disguise, and submitted
to be catechised among the members of his household on the Saturday evening, if
well founded, must be assigned to this period of his ministry," notes
Mitchell in his Catechisms of the Second Reformation (which also
contains a copy of Rutherford's Catechism, among many others, p. lxiv).
Furthermore, on the authorship of this work Mitchell states, "that it
would be difficult to name any one among the worthies of that age, save the
author of the Letters, who could have
drawn up a Catechism so rich in imagery, so full and practical in all that
relates to the origin and progress of the divine life in the soul, containing
so many of his favourite modes of expression, and so thoroughly moulded
according to the system expanded in his larger theological works" (Catechisms
of the Second Reformation, p. xxxv). If you
would like an easy-reading primer to the thought of one of the Reformations'
theological giants, this is about as good a place as any to start! 105 pages.
(Softcover) $14.95-20%=$11.96
Hephzibah Beulah. Our Covenants the National and Solemn League; and
Covenanting by the Reformed Presbyterian Synod in America: Considered (1872)
A very useful easy-to-read introductory work to the topics it deals with.
General Scriptural principles upon which this book is based are: 1.
"Departure from former laudable attainments, is a great evil, severely
threatened in the Holy Scriptures; and that for which every one, who is guilty,
must be accountable to the Righteous Judge of all the earth; 2. They who consent
unto the unrighteous deeds of others, are chargeable with guilt, as well as the
principal actors; 3. Societies, or individuals, having once publicly and
solemnly vowed unto the Most High God; and still, after the strictest enquiry,
remain satisfied in their own mind, that their vows were scriptural; should
seriously endeavor to act up to the true spirit and intention of these vows;
and no power upon earth, nor any class of men, whether majority or minority, in
a nation, can ever possibly dissolve the obligation." Chapters include:
The National Covenant and Solemn League and Covenant reviewed; Their Binding
Obligations Shown; The Possibility That Adherence to them May Be Professed,
While They are Virtually Abandoned; The Covenant Sworn and Subscribed by Synod
at Pittsburgh, May 27th, 1871; Is It a Renovation or a New Covenant?; The
Covenant Does Not Contain All That the Church is Bound to in America; Charges
Against the Covenant; Reason Why Some Who Do Not Like It, Swear It; The
Covenants National and Solemn League Must Be Maintained." 78 pages.
(Bound photocopy) $19.95-70%=5.99
(Hardcover photocopy) $15.00 (US funds)
Heresies of Westcott and Hort: As Seen In Their Own Writings (1979)
"Regardless of what side of the Westcott and Hort textual criticism of the
traditional Greek text which underlies our Authorized (King James) version of
1611, I believe it is of the utmost importance to see once and for all that the
leaders in the textual revolution which unseated the traditional received Greek
text from its place of undisputed prominence for over 15 centuries, were not,
as most of the evangelical and fundamentalist world today believes,
fundamentalists, or even orthodox in many of their beliefs. It is my personal
belief that this heterodoxy on their part blinded their intellects, and
prejudiced them adversely and unfairly in the textual theories of the Greek New
Testament" writes Waite. Chapter one includes background information to
this debate, with the following chapters dealing with the various theological
heresies of Westcott and Hort. In these chapters we find numerous heresies
involving the person and work of Christ, the doctrine of salvation (including
proof that Westcott embraced Universalism and various other errors on the atonement)
and errors on the doctrines of Inspiration and Inerrancy (plus much more).
Though some of Waite's own Fundamentalist/Premillennial confusion is included
in this book, there is much research and information that can be gleaned from
this title which is useful. So chew up the meat and spit out the bones. 42
pages.
(Booklet) $9.95-20%=7.96
REFORMATION
VERSUS RECONSTRUCTION (AND DOUG WILSON'S ANABAPTISTIC CIVIL ANTINOMIANISM) by
Reg Barrow
.25, or FREE at: http://www.swrb.com/newslett/actualnls/porn.htm
Also titled Pornography, the Anabaptists, and Doug Wilson's Civil
Antinomianism (1997) Pointed but irenic,
Barrow decisively refutes the view of Doug Wilson (cf. "Cyberporn: A Case
Study" [Credenda/Agenda,
vol. 7, no. 5, p. 11]), many modern Theonomists and the civil libertarians,
that the production and distribution of pornography is not a crime (and thus
not subject to negative penal sanctions by the civil magistrate). Barrow
demonstrates that Wilson's view of civil government (which logically results in
such a monstrous conclusion) is actually a overly strict view of the regulative
principle. This "hyper-regulativism" (denying lawful inferences, or
what Samuel Rutherford calls "logical consequence") is then wrongly
applied to the civil magistrate, rather than to worship (when rightly
interpreted). He also points out the link between Wilson's view and the
principles of the Anabaptists, Libertines and other antiestablishmentarian
forces. With an impressive array of historical citations (primarily John
Calvin, George Gillespie, Samuel Rutherford, and the Westminster Confession of
Faith), and a cogent analysis and application of relevant Scripture passages,
Barrow shows clearly that Wilson's view of civil government "gives birth
to illegitimate offspring in the case of pornography, contradicting as it does
common sense (the light of nature), our reformed fathers in the faith, and the
express commands and approved examples of Scripture. In short, it is anything
but the 'classical Protestant' position, and anything but biblical."
Expressing his belief that many hold to this erroneous notion of the magistrate
out of ignorance, he concludes his essay with a heartfelt call to his modern
Theonomic brethren (and others) to study the reformation source
documents now available (and adopt the historic Theonomy of the Reformation). He also provides a brief list of questions that
readily manifest the socially destructive outworkings of Wilson's teaching.
This is a much-needed treatment of a topic neglected for far too long. Barrow's
valuable contribution is an excellent introduction to the historical
theonomy of the Westminster divines and is
sure to prime the reader for much productive study of the view of civil
government "once delivered unto the saints" (Jude 3). This item is
also available as a bound photocopy for $1.99 [US funds]) and is appendix
"B" excerpted from Saul in the Cave of Adullam: A Testimony
Against the Fashionable Sub-Calvinism of Doug Wilson (Editor of Credenda/Agenda
Magazine); and, For Classical Protestantism and the Attainments of the Second
Reformation ($7.98 P, $19.00 HP) or free at: http://www.swrb.com/newslett/actualnls/Saul.htm.
Forgotten Hero: The Autobiography of David Steele by Michael Wagner (1998)
.25, Wagner reviews Steele's Reminiscences Historical and Biographical of a
Ministry in the Reformed Presbyterian Church During Fifty-Three Years, providing a short introduction to the life and
works of a faithful Covenanter minister from the nineteenth century.
The Covenanted Reformation Defended Against Contemporary Schismatics
(1998)
The title continues: "A Response and Antidote Primarily to the
Neopresbyterian Malignancy and Misrepresentations, and the Manufactured
"Steelite" Controversy, Found in Richard Bacon's A Defense
Departed; With a Refutation of Bacon's
Independency, Popery, Arminianism, Anabaptism and Various Other Heresies
(Including an Exhibition of His Opposition to Scripture and the Covenanted
Reformation, in General; and His Opposition to John Calvin, John Knox, the
General Assembly of the Church of Scotland [Especially 1638-1649], Samuel
Rutherford, George Gillespie, the Testimony of the Covenanter Martyrs, the
Reformed Presbytery, the Puritan Reformed Church of Edmonton and a Host of
Other Prominent Reformers from Past Generations, in Particular) -- With Copious
Notes on Mr. Bacon's Backsliding and His Blackening of the Blue Banner; as Well
as Various Replies to Other Modern Malignants."
Though set in the context of a debate with one individual, this book
addresses a number of specific problems which plague the Presbyterian and
Reformed churches of our day in general. As Reg Barrow notes in the
"Publisher's Preface,"
I believe that
there is one primary answer to the question of what makes The Covenanted
Reformation Defended uniquely useful and it
is this: it exposes the many differences between what took place during the two
previous great Reformations (of the sixteenth and seventeenth centuries) --
which were based upon and agreeable to the glorious covenanted Reformations
found in the Old Testament -- and what the bulk of the Presbyterian and
Reformed churches (corporately), elders (individually), and church members
(individually) mistakenly think took place. It conclusively and irrefutably
demonstrates that those churches which today call themselves Presbyterian (and
even many which claim a more general Reformed heritage) have grievously
departed from the Scriptural standards and principles of these previous Spirit
led Reformations. This will become progressively (and painfully) clear as the
reader witnesses evidence upon evidence of defection from biblically based
Reformation attainments (Phil. 3:16) -- and the burying and/or removing of the
ancient Reformation landmarks. Ultimately, when the testimony and evidence is
weighed in light of Scriptural verities, it is entirely safe to say that the
original Reformers would not only have sought negative ecclesiastical sanctions
against our modern pseudo-Reformers, but in many cases negative civil sanctions
as well.
Larry Birger, in his introduction, also comments,
(Greg) Barrow
provides the bridge back to the teachings of our Reformed forefathers, his work
serving as a skillful and much needed "Covenanter Primer." His
explanations of key (and ill-understood, in our day) doctrines of the
Reformation are the clearest I've ever read (this is especially true in regard
to his treatment of the visible church and separation, the Lord's Supper and
covenanting--RB). His numerous citations of non-Covenanter writers demonstrate
that these doctrines are not at all peculiar to Covenanters, and indeed, that
they are foundational to Protestantism. That these doctrines are not
understood by the pastors and people of our day is a heartbreaking commentary
on how far we "Protestants" have fallen from the Protestant
Reformation.
In keeping with this theme, and why this book will be of inestimable value
to the serious student of Reformation, Reg Barrow writes,
A secondary benefit of this work, which makes it uniquely useful to our generation, is seen in that this book will give the diligent reader the historical context and doctrinal foundation from which to profitably understand and apply the myriad of Covenanter books and other source documents of both Reformations (which are once again available) to our contemporary situation. "Bind up the testimony, seal the law among my disciples" (Isa. 8:16). I know of no other book which does this so well -- or even comes close. If you want a key to understanding some of the most perplexing aspects of Reformation thought you will do no better than to carefully study what is contained in The Covenanted Reformation Defended (from the "Publisher's Preface").
Furthermore, Birger again comments on the general usefulness and the broad
spectrum of issues (relevant to Reformed Christians) addressed in this title,
The net result of Greg Barrow's obliteration of Richard Bacon's strident slander is the clear exposition of the classical Protestant doctrines and practices of the Puritan Reformed Church of Edmonton, and modern and historical Covenanters. Dear reader, you hold in your hands a treasure of inestimable value. In the love of Christ I earnestly plead with you to read it: read it carefully; read it diligently; read it prayerfully; read it repeatedly (and buy copies for your friends and enemies, and urge them to read it). For the doctrines and practices it expounds and defends are nothing less than a testimony against malignant error, a lifting up of the true and faithful Blue Banner, and hopefully, by the grace of God, a humble contribution to the coming third Reformation and the worldwide overthrow of Antichrist. Nowhere else will you find such a "Covenanter Primer" to guide you skillfully and safely back to the old paths, wherein is rest for your souls--and for the entire Church of the Lord Jesus Christ. Many today are proclaiming, "Peace, peace, when there is no peace." Barrow proclaims to you the true peace, the scriptural balm of healing for the festering, debilitating wounds of Christ's beloved Church! (from the "Introduction").
Moreover, if what is set forth in this book is true, the question at once
arises concerning the Christian's duty before God in regard to separation from
the teaching and practice of those denominations which continue in their public
defection from biblically based Reformation standards. Reg Barrow (in the
"Publisher's Preface") writes,
(A)s documented and substantiated throughout this book, it is easy to see that barring open public repentance by most (if not all) modern Presbyterian denominations (i.e. the neopresbyterian denominations), no Christian can lawfully attend upon their public ordinances without denying the biblically based testimony and attainments of the Second Reformation. The testimony of the Second Reformation and the testimony of the neopresbyterians are mutually exclusive at too many crucial points -- not the least of which includes the Scriptural doctrine and duty of covenanting. Even Judah was specifically commanded of the Lord not to communicate in the lawful ordinance of covenanting (i.e. swearing "The LORD liveth") with Israel while Israel remained in public rebellion against the Lord. "Though thou, Israel, play the harlot, yet let not Judah offend; and come not ye unto Gilgal, neither go ye up to Bethaven, nor swear, The LORD liveth" (Hosea 4:15, emphases added). Similarly, in this book, Bacon's errors (particularly his opposition to the Solemn League and Covenant) are seen to be symptomatic of the greater defection from covenanted attainments seen on a larger scale in our day.
Adducing a few more specifics, Reg Barrow again comments,
This book... defends the progressive nature of testimony-bearing and the testimony itself (Ps. 78). The commanded duties of pointedly testifying against defection from biblical attainments and refusing ecclesiastical communion with obstinately backsliding churches are true acts of love (Prov. 27:6). And though they are often met with severe denunciations and even martyrdom (note the reception the faithful testimony of the prophets and apostles received throughout Scripture), The Covenanted Reformation Defended will make this job of "sanctifying the Lord God in our hearts" and being "ready always to give an answer to every man that asketh" for the "reason of the hope that is in us" (1 Pet. 3:15) much easier. For those who recognize the enormity of the problems among the neopresbyterian churches -- and act in accord with Scripture (and the requirements of a present testimony), separating themselves from these polluted bodies -- the Reformation understanding of the distinctions dealt with in The Covenanted Reformation Defended are indispensable. Whether it be the Reformed distinctions between the being and well being (see Misrepresentation 2, point D) or the broken and settled state of the visible church, covenanting and covenant obligation (see Misrepresentation 3) or the meaning and proper administration of the Lord's Supper (see Misrepresentation 4), this book is a paleopresbyterian weapon with which to be reckoned. Exceptionally telling (in light of corporate backsliding from Reformation attainments) is the segment on the Westminster Assembly's official statements defending their view of close communion, particularly concerning Larger Catechism Q&A #173 on the meaning of "ignorance" and "scandal." The remarkable research found here (see pages 141-152) forms the most extensive commentary on this significant section of the Larger Catechism that I have ever seen. Moreover, if the Westminster Divines were correct in their understanding of Scripture on this point (and I believe they were) then it would seem that almost every Presbyterian minister who has vowed to uphold the Westminster standards (since about 1652) has perjured himself (whether ignorantly or otherwise); for the original intent of the Westminster Divines concerning close communion is well beyond question -- and the historical record gives every indication that the truth found here has been laid aside and/or buried by neopresbyterians for centuries. So, again we find that this book is unearthing another Reformation landmark -- this time defending the classic teaching and practice of the best Reformed churches on the Lord's Supper. And again the ramifications are massive. For those who vow to uphold the Westminster Larger Catechism (a part of the covenanted uniformity envisioned, and sworn to, in the Solemn League and Covenant) paedocommunion is out! All forms of open communion are out! Half-hearted, non-covenanted and non-confessional attempts at close communion are out! Even defective, overly strenuous or overly demanding "hyper-Covenanter" communion is out! The mature biblical mean, concerning admission to the Lord's Supper, set down by the Westminster Divines and the Scottish General Assembly (in her best days) -- as confirmed in these pages -- guards against both the extremes of latitudinarianism and legalism (i.e. Scripturally unauthorized rigor). The biblical beauty and balance of the work of both these Assemblies is a joy to behold... Furthermore, what do you do in regard to whole denominations of ministers who are breaking solemn ordination vows to God (and many do not even know it) on this point? This and many other like questions are answered in the pages you are about to read. With the release of this book (along with the many other classic Covenanter, Presbyterian and Reformed works which we at SWRB [and others] have had the privilege to recently publish), the covenanted remnant now has an arsenal of nuclear tipped ICBM's from which to defend the faith, bear witness against defection, and honor and glorify God. Neopresbyterians who refuse to repent, in the face of such overwhelming biblical and historical evidence of (and godly testimony against) their defection, would be well advised to construct sturdy bomb shelters. Those who read this book, and who seek the truth above all else, are about to confront you with some serious questions. On the other hand, the faithful remnant should be encouraged to "stand fast in one spirit, with one mind striving together for the faith of the gospel" (Phil 1:27); remembering, as Calvin has noted, "that some special assistance is promised to godly teachers and ministers of the word; so that the fiercer the attacks of Satan, and the stronger the hostility of the world, so much the more does the Lord defend and guard them by extraordinary protection" (Calvin's Commentary on Isaiah 50:7). This book would seem to be a useful part of the Lord's "extraordinary protection" for the contemporary Covenanter, and has been produced with many singular signs of God's providential care and intervention. The faithful Covenanter is encouraged to use it wisely for personal edification (as well as the edification of one's family and church), to comfort and/or confront others who are seeking the truth, and, above all, to pray that God will add the testimony of His Spirit to the truths it contains (from the "Publisher's Preface").
In short, if you want a book which will help you to understand the
Reformation view of numerous important, foundational Scriptural doctrines and
their application to the present day; written in an easy-to-read and
easy-to-understand format; uncovering many rare Reformation source documents
(from the Westminster Assembly's advice to the English Parliament on the Lord's
Supper to the official records of Calvin's Covenanting in Geneva), this is an
unsurpassed work that should not be missed.
318 pages, 8.5" X 11". (This book is also offered free in etext on
SWRB's web page at:
http://www.swrb.com/newslett/actualnls/CovRefGB.htm).
(Bound photocopy) $29.95-50%=14.98
(Hardcover photocopy) $25.00 (US funds)
Publisher's Preface to The Covenanted Reformation Defended Against
Contemporary Schismatics (1998)
An overview of the landmark work The Covenanted Reformation Defended Against
Contemporary Schismatics, focusing on some of the most controversial
points found therein. Contrasts the many differences between the faith of the
original Reformers with that which goes by the name of the Reformed faith today
-- with many examples from source documents exhibiting the differences between
the neopresbyterians (RPCNA, OPC, PCA, BPC, etc.) and the paleopresbyterians
(like those at the Westminster Assembly). Informs the reader, in summary form,
why the The Covenanted Reformation Defended
"conclusively and irrefutably demonstrates that those churches which today
call themselves Presbyterian (and even many which claim a more general Reformed
heritage) have grievously departed from the Scriptural standards and principles
of these previous Spirit led Reformations (i.e. the great Reformations of the
16th and 17th centuries--RB)." Also shows that "when the testimony
and evidence is weighed in light of Scriptural verities, it is entirely safe to
say that the original Reformers would not only have sought negative
ecclesiastical sanctions against our modern pseudo-Reformers, but in many cases
negative civil sanctions as well." 23 pages, 8.5" X 11". (This
preface is also offered free in etext on SWRB's web page at:
http://www.swrb.com/newslett/actualnls/pub_pref.htm).
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50 Suggested Tunes for Use With the Scottish Metrical Psalter of 1650
(1998)
Give thanks unto the LORD, call upon his name, make known his deeds among the people. Sing unto him, sing psalms unto him, talk ye of all his wondrous works. Glory ye in his holy name: let the heart of them rejoice that seek the LORD. Seek the LORD and his strength, seek his face continually. Remember his marvellous works that he hath done, his wonders, and the judgments of his mouth; O ye seed of Israel his servant, ye children of Jacob, his chosen ones. He is the LORD our God; his judgments are in all the earth. Be ye mindful always of his covenant; the word which he commanded to a thousand generations; Even of the covenant which he made with Abraham, and of his oath unto Isaac; And hath confirmed the same to Jacob for a law, and to Israel for an everlasting covenant (1 Chr. 16:8-17, emphases added).
This tape was produced by Elder Lyndon Dohms and his family to help those
using or making the transition to the Psalter of the Covenanted Reformation (i.e. the Scottish Metrical Psalter
of 1650). This Psalter passed through the intense scrutiny of -- and was
authorized for public use by -- both the Westminster Assembly and the General
Assembly of the Church of Scotland (at the height of her purity) in the mid
seventeenth century. Concerning the care and preparation that went into this
unsurpassed Metrical Psalter, the January 15 (1993) issue of The Original
Covenanter and Contenting Witness magazine
cites an earlier article which notes,
Rouse bestowed upon it his greatest pains. This was not enough. For six Years it endured the scrutiny of, and was revised by, two of the most learned Assemblies that ever sat in the British Isles; at a time, too, when these men were zealous for truth and suspicious of error. Every word was weighed, and every expression made exact, before admitted into any statement of Biblical truth. They wrote not so that they might be understood, but so that they could not be misunderstood. This exactness and conscientiousness they carried with them in their translation of the Psalms. In versifying them, they labored not to clothe the mind of the Spirit in poetic finery, but to cause the muse to bow to the exact expression of the Holy Ghost.... For more than two centuries (almost three and a half centuries now--RB) they have stood the test, and every attempt to render them more elegant has resulted in a departure from the exact expression of the Spirit (as in the case of the present RPCNA Psalter, The Book of PSalms for Singing--RB). Let us hold fast to this good old version until another proves itself worthy of its place.
Moreover, this Psalter was produced to further national and international
covenanted Reformation -- and to fulfill the intent of the Solemn League and Covenant
for biblically regulated worship and biblical uniformity. It was crafted with
faithfulness to the Word of God utmost in the mind of its translators and
fashioned in the manner most fitting for ease of use among the general
population -- making it a most conducive engine for discipling the nations. To accomplish this last goal, the Scottish
Metrical Psalter provides a version of every Psalm in common metre
(except Psalm 136 -- and even this Psalm, with a little ingenuity, can be made
to fit the various common metre tunes). With all this in mind it is easy to
recognize how (and why) this "tune tape" has been created to help the
contemporary Covenanter and Psalm singer make good use of this godly and
judicious offering -- a landmark Psalter -- which we have received from the
hands of our faithful forefathers.
On this cassette the Dohms provide us with fifty separate tunes (sung
acappella), most of which are common metre -- but samples of other tunes used
in this Psalter also appear (and are noted by name on the tape before each tune
is sung). All the common metre tunes can be interchanged and used with all of
the Psalms in the Scottish Metrical Psalter
of 1650 (sometimes listed as The Psalms of David in Metre in this catalogue). However, because this cassette
is primarily intended to familiarize the listener with a diverse selection of
tunes, only Psalms one and 23 are sung in their entirety. The remaining 48
Psalms (Psalms 2-22 and 24-50) make use of two to four verses from each Psalm.
This allows the listener to sample a wider range of tunes on one cassette --
and keeps the price of this tape down (as one is not forced to buy numerous
tapes to cover the fifty tunes offered here). This is also very useful when it
is remembered, as noted above, that all the common metre tunes can be
interchanged throughout this Psalter, as all the Psalms (excepting 136) in the Scottish
Metrical Psalter are provided in a common
metre version. For those who are interested, Psalms 6, 25, 45, 50, 67, 70, 100,
102, 124, 136, 143, 145, 148 are also translated for use with an alternate tune
in the Scottish Metrical Psalter
(and at least one tune for each of these alternate versions is provided on this
tape).
As an added bonus, at the end of this tape, Psalm one is also "lined
out" (as mandated in the Westminster Assembly's Directory for Public
Worship), with a short explanation provided
by elder Dohms for the use of this ancient practice. The "lining out"
is included to assist those seeking to utilize the venerable practice of the church
as it was upheld during Old Testament times, the days of Christ and the
Apostles, and during both Reformations.
In short, this cassette is provided as a valuable tool for those who love to
sing God's holy Word, as a useful aid for song leaders (and singers) in
preparing for public, family and secret worship, and for the listening pleasure
and edification of all those who love to hide God's Word in their heart!
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Distinctive Principles of the Covenanters (1892)
Covers five major topics: "The Church Christ's Witness;" "The
True Church: Our Terms of Communion;" "The Book of Psalms, The
Church's Manual of Praise;" "Our Political Dissent, or Why
Covenanters Deny Themselves Political Privileges;" "The State and
Secret Societies." Each of these sections are broken down into numerous
easy reading subsection, making this an interesting and very useful
introduction to the distinctive principles that grew out of the second or
covenanted Reformation. 56 pages.
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I John 4:7 (#18) Worldwide Calvinistic Unity and Loving One Another
(1997)
An amazing sermon which exposes all unity which is not based on truth (e.g. in
groups like Promise Keepers) as necessarily based on lies -- and as treason
against King Jesus! Defends the Reformation view of visible and covenanted
unity and uniformity from Scripture, and from pertinent quotes from Calvin
(during first Reformation), Henderson (the second Reformation architect of the
Solemn League and Covenant), and others. Exhibits how Reformed teaching has
always viewed the real schismatics (whether in the majority or minority) as
those who press "independent denominationalism" and as those who tolerate
a sinful multiformity -- against the national establishment of the one true
Reformed religion. Calvin and the Geneva Presbytery of his day even counseled
excommunication and exile for those that would not swear to their
"covenanted uniformity" in upholding the Geneva Confession of 1536
(cf. Calvin, Covenanting and Close Communion by Reg Barrow). Moreover, Price shows how our scandalous modern
multiformists (which includes the leaders of most so-called "conservative
Presbyterian" denominations today) teach and act in direct opposition to
Christ's high priestly prayer in John 17, as well as the high standard of
visible unity that will one day be attained worldwide (as seen in the prophetic
words found in Zechariah 14:9: "And the LORD shall be king over all the
earth: in that day shall there be one LORD, and his name one").
Furthermore, the portion of this sermon dealing with loving the brethren is one
of the most convicting practical sections of a contemporary sermon that we have
ever heard. Such preaching is extremely humbling, calculated to exalt Christ
and His truth, and to drive sinful human beings to the throne of grace --
seeking everlasting mercy and forgiveness in the only place that it can truly
be found. In short, Price calls us back to our first love (individually) and to
the biblical attainments of our covenanted forefathers
(corporately). It is unlikely that you will find modern preaching much better
than this.
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The Contending Witness, The Reformation Advocate and The Original
Covenanter magazines
The following list of magazines, edited by David Steele, comprise what is
likely the best compilation of Christian periodicals ever amassed under one set
of bindings. Nothing we know of (before or since), authored as magazine
articles related to full-orbed nation shaking biblical Reformation, even comes
close to the consistent quality of writing found in these short works on
various subjects. Steele himself should probably be considered the best
theologian of the nineteenth century, and the other contributors to these
magazines were all approaching the same class. A healthy portion of Steele's
writing is found in these magazines, as he only wrote a few other books, so the
reader is encouraged to sample for himself some of the best writing (defending
the Covenanted Reformation) you will find anywhere!
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Notes on the Apocalypse (1870)
In 1779, in their Testimony and Warning Against the Blasphemies and Idolatry
of Popery, the Reformed Presbytery called Durham's commentary on
Revelation, "the best exposition of that book that has yet been
published" (p. 61n). Had they had the privilege of reading Steele's Notes
on the Apocalypse we are quite certain that
they would have given it a similar endorsement. Though written in a different
style than Durham's work, Steele's notes on Revelation may be even more
valuable in many respects -- Steele having taken a more decided position
"in the wilderness." Steele also had the benefit of many more
resources, having written over two centuries later. Steele's aim in writing
this book is made clear in his own words taken from the preface,
As this work is intended for the instruction and edification of the unlearned, rather than for the entertainment of the learned, words of foreign extract are used as seldom as possible. Practical remarks and reflections are rarely introduced; the principal aim being simply to ascertain and present to the reader the mind of the Holy Spirit. How far this object has been accomplished, is of course left to the judgment of the honest inquirer. The reader, however, in forming his judgment of the value of these Notes, may be reminded of that inspired rule in searching the Scriptures,--"Comparing spiritual things with spiritual." To assist him in the application of this divine rule, many chapters and verses are quoted from other parts of the Bible, but especially within the Apocalypse itself; that by concentrating the various rays upon particular texts or symbols, their intrinsic light may be rendered more luminous. Thus the interpretation given, if correct, may be confirmed and illustrated.
Appendices include a section on, The New Jerusalem, The Antichrist, The
Image of the Beast, The Beast's "deadly wound," The Little Book, The
Death of the Witnesses, The Mark of the Beast, The First Resurrection, The
Identity of the Two Witnesses, Sounding of the Seventh Trumpet and The Title of
this Book (i.e. the Book of Revelation--RB). This work also includes various
"animadversions on the interpretations (of Revelation--RB) of several
among the most learned and approved expositors of Britain and America."
Comments on this work include the four given below, all which were given
without the solicitation or knowledge of the author. The Evangelical Repository
notes, "the author adduces a greater number of Scriptural illustrations
than any other writer on prophecy we ever met with." Hutcheson writes,
"I can recommend it to any person as condensing the best thoughts to be
had on the subject." Brooks says, "I have derived more knowledge of
the Apocalypse from this work than from all other expositions which I have
consulted." And finally, John Cunningham comments, "It is neither a
dictionary nor concordance; neither a confession of faith, nor an encyclopedia,
but a thesaurus of Theology, embodying the characters of all these."
Steele dedicated this work to John Cunningham, author of The Ordinance of
Covenanting. 323 pages.
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The Two Witnesses: Their Cause, Number, Character, Furniture and Special
Work (1859)
This is a great companion volume to Steele's Notes on the Apocalypse.
Here he zeros in on and works primarily from the text of Revelation 11:13,
"I will give power unto my two witnesses, and they shall prophecy."
Steele deals with testimony-bearing, Antichrist, Popery, the beasts of
Revelation, the mark of the beast, 666, the image of the beast, civil and
ecclesiastical apostasy, Reformation, covenanting, heresy, schism, terms of
communion, slavery, sectarianism, Mormonism, Independency, freemasonry,
history, worship, idolatry, Britain, the United States, Canada, mystical
Babylon, the last days, the ultimate victory of the church and a host of other
subjects!
As is usually the case with Steele, he makes the doctrines of Scripture
eminently practical. For example, note how the faithful witnesses are
continually called to testify against open opposition to the Lord's Covenanted
Zion and the attainment of biblical Reformation (in "the faith which was
once delivered unto the saints"); and against whom this testimony is
directed:
(T)hese witnesses are called and commissioned to testify especially against Antichrist -- a false christ, and therefore an opposing christ. But Christ is to be considered either personally or mystically; either abstractly in his personal rights and prerogatives, or in the concrete, in the rights and immunities of his church. There is this prejudice, too prevalent, against Christians testifying against Christians! This we are often told, is contrary to the law of charity. We have not so learned Christ. They are not all Israel which are of Israel. Much of the business of these two prophets is to oppose prophets -- to prophesy against the shepherds, Ezek. 34:2. Moses with his miracles must confront the magicians with their enchantments, Exod. 8:19. Elijah must confront the prophets of Baal, 1 Kings 18:25. Paul must counteract false apostles, 2 Cor. 11:13. In short, the direct object of these witnesses' testimony is apostate christendom -- those who depart from the faith, 1 Tim. 4:1 -- who have gone out from fellowship and renounced the doctrines of the apostolic church, 1 John 2:19. Their special work is to testify against error and its propagators and abettors, together with ungodliness, the natural fruit of error, rather than against pagans. (The Two Witnesses, p. 14).
(T)hese two witnesses have always testified -- not formally against pagans or infidels as such; but -- against apostate Christians, as composing an organized and complex system of opposition to the Lord and his Anointed. And just here, the witnesses have detected the secret of Antichrist's successful enterprise among the human family..."Many false prophets are gone out into the world... this is a deceiver and an Antichrist," 2 John 7. The combination is ostensibly on the side and in the interest of Christ, and the elements of which Antichrist is composed were obviously professing Christians, "They went out from us, but they were not of us, for if they had been of us, they would no doubt have continued with us: but they went out, that they might be made manifest that they were not all of us, " I John 2:19. Here is the apostasy, and so the witnesses are fully borne out in asserting that Antichrist is a great Christian apostasy! To trace the origin and development, in the organization and modifications of this enemy of all righteousness, is the special work of Christ's witnesses. (The Two Witnesses, pp. 17-18).
Moreover, having taken his own place "in the wilderness" (i.e.
having separated himself from, and been ostracized by the
"civilization" of the obstinately defecting RPCNA and other
denominations of his day [2 Thes. 3:6;14-15; Rev. 12:6; 17:3]), it was given to
Steele to see and expound those grand old principles of our covenanted
forefathers (who sat at Westminster and in the best Reformed churches during
both the first and second Reformations -- the Scottish Presbyterians being
granted the greatest measure of attainments (as a settled body) from
1638-1649). Thus, if you are interested in Reformation eschatology, with some
of the strongest possible application, individually and corporately (in keeping
with the body of Reformed truth), it is unlikely that you will find a better
introduction to these topics than this!
As an additional bonus we have added Steele's 19 page debate with James M.
Willson to this book -- making this a 62 page book -- at no extra cost. Steele
references this in his preface to the Two Witnesses and this debate forms an ideal appendix to this work
-- as it shows how "Reformation Principles Exhibited" (part of the
RPCNA's subordinate standards from 1806 to 1979) "necessarily subverts the
Covenanted Reformation" and the progressive human testimony
of Christ's witnesses. But even in these final words, and to prevent the unwary
from stumbling into the heresies propounded by Rome on the one hand and the
Anabaptists on the other, we leave the reader to ponder the following caution
given by Steele near the close of his preface,
The reader of the following sheets, (or the reviewer, if any shall deem it worthy of notice), is requested, for his own sake, not to confound in his thoughts the visible with the invisible church, divine with human testimony or authority -- saving faith with terms of communion. Long experience and observation suggests this caution.
We hope that you obtain and study this fine work -- and that you will find
it edifying, as well as a useful weapon in your battle with the beasts of
Revelation.
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The Westminster Annotations and Commentary on the Whole Bible (6 volumes,
1657)
The original title read: "Annotations Upon all the Books of the Old and
New Testament: This Third, above the First and Second, Edition so enlarged, As
they make an entire Commentary on the Sacred Scriptures: The like never before
published in English. Wherein the Text is Explained, Doubts Resolved, Scripture
Parallel'd, and Various Readings observed; By the Labour of certain Learned
Divines thereunto appointed, and therein employed, As is expressed in the
Preface." The preface (found in the first volume) recounts not only a
short history of the English Bible, but sets forth the great advantage to true
Religion which accrues (contrary to the mysticism of the Anabaptists and the
anti-intellectualism of the modern backsliding church) when faithful notes are
"bound in" with the Scripture text -- this bringing forth nothing
different than the effect generated (through God's grace) by faithful
preaching, faithful commentaries, faithful creeds, faithful covenants, faithful
confessions, etc. Pointing out that this blessing from God was never more
obvious than in the case of the Geneva Bible ($159.95, leather hardcover) and
its marginal notes (and that the people knew it to be so when they were left
with Bibles without annotations honoring to God), the preface further states,
"hence were divers of the Stationers and Printers of London induced (by
the people--RB) to petition the committee of the Honourable House of Commons,
for licence to print the Geneva notes upon the Bible, or that some notes might
be fitted to the new translation: which was accordingly granted, with an order
for review and correction of those of the Geneva edition, by leaving out such
of them as there was cause to dislike, by clearing those that were doubtful,
and by supplying such as were defective. For which purpose letters were
directed to some of us from the Chair of the Committee for Religion (in
1648--RB), and personal invitations to others, to undertake and divide the task
among us, and so cometh in our part, whereof we shall give the world a true and
just account in that which followeth." The detailed account which follows
in the preface is fascinating, mentioning, among many other things, the
divines' "use of... the Dutch Bibles... set forth at... Holland, by order
of the States."
The diligence given, the energy expended, the obvious humility, and the
fearful trembling before God's Word which is evident in these commentators
makes this truly a classic Puritan work -- a work of great value! Just knowing,
as Barker points out, that this commentary was "prepared mostly by
Westminster divines, by order of
Parliament, at the time of the Assembly" (Puritan Profiles,
p. 37), certainly bodes well for the level of scholarship it contains.
Moreover, with Gouge, one of the most respected English Covenanters at the
Assembly playing a major role, the thoughtful student of Scripture and history
ought to take note: for a theological feast of mature Puritan thought surely
awaits those that sup at this table.
Esteemed, by the mid-1640's, "as the father of the London Ministers,"
Gouge was elected as Assessor for the Westminster Assembly on Nov. 25, 1647.
His detractors sometimes called him an "arch Puritan" (cf. Ibid., p.
35). Dr. Gouge's "share of the useful work consisted of Kings, and the
subsequent books down to Esther, inclusive" (Smith, Select Memoirs of
English and Scottish Divines, p. 534). Most of the others chosen to
this work had similar credentials, though not all exhibit equal proficiency and
some later backslid from attainments reached at this point. Nevertheless, when
the commentators were first chosen, these Annotations were produced by some of
the most qualified English Puritans -- as a historical high water mark for
Puritan scholarship was beginning to crest. Furthermore, in prosecuting this
work the divines note, "therefore we have put ourselves to much more pains
(for many months) in consulting with many more authors, in several languages,
than at first we thought of, that (for the propriety of the original text, for
pertinent and profitable variety of versions, for consonancy of parallel
Scriptures, and for perspicuity in clearing of the darkest places) we might
bring in such observations, as might not only serve to edify the ordinary
reader, but might likewise gratify our brethren of the ministry, at least such
among them, as have not the means to purchase, or leisure to pursue, so many
books, as (by order of the Committee) we were furnished with all, for the
finishing of the work, committed to our hands" (preface). As the work wore
on, however, it became apparent that the original intention (of printing these
annotations as marginal notes in the Bible) would no longer fit the scope and
length of commentary that had been produced. Thus, the notes were not added to
the Scriptures directly, but rather published as a separate commentary (which
we are offering here) -- except that we have divided the work into six volumes
rather than the original two, because of logistics.
Brook calls this a "useful work" and says of its authors that
"several of them were celebrated puritans" (Lives of the Puritans, vol. 3, p. 221n). Spurgeon comments that it
"contains valuable remarks" and that "the work is probably less
esteemed than it should be" (Commenting and Commentaries). In "A Narrative of His Life and Death"
prefixed to volume one of Gouge's three volume commentary on Hebrews ($99.00
HP, $59.99 P), we also find this note, "He was likewise chosen by a
Committee of Parliament, among others, to make Annotations upon the Bible,
being well-known to be a judicious interpreter of Scripture. How well he hath
performed his trust is evident to all that read the annotations from the
beginning of the first book of Kings unto Job, which was his part."
Furthermore, Neal, in his history, furnishes us with a helpful (though partial)
list of each of the specific authors and books of the Bible they worked on in
the Annotations. He writes, "Those with asterisks were not of the
assembly. Rev. Mr. Ley, subdean of Chester (The commentary on the five books of
Moses), Dr. Gouge (1 & 2 Kings, 1 & 2 Chronicles, Ezra, Nehemiah,
Esther), *Mr. Meric Casaubon (The Psalms), Mr Francis Taylor (Proverbs), Dr.
Reynolds (Ecclesiastes), *Mr Smallwood, recommended by archbishop Usher
(Solomon's Song), Mr. Gataker (Isaiah, Jeremiah, Lamentations), *Mr. Pemberton
in the first edition and *Bishop Richardson in the second (Ezekiel, Daniel, and
the smaller Prophets), Mr. Ley (Matthew, Mark, Luke, John), Dr. D. Featly...
(St. Paul's Epistles). There were two other persons concerned in this work, who
might probably have the other parts of Scripture allotted them, not here
mentioned, viz. Mr. Downham and Mr. Reading" (pp. 504-505). (We have not
been able to ascertain who wrote the notes to books not covered in the list
above, so if anyone is privy to this information please pass it on to us, along
with your source.)
Additionally, as should be evident, the Annotations were not, strictly
speaking, a work of the Westminster Assembly per se, but rather a work primarily by men who attended the
Westminster Assembly -- including a few others chosen to this task by
Parliament. Notwithstanding, we thought it prudent to title this work in accord
with one of the primary names by which it has come to be commonly known (i.e
"The Westminster Annotations"). As with much of the literature that
was produced by those attending the Westminster Assembly, or by those
sympathetic to their work, the modern reader has much to gain by carefully
considering the words of these spiritual giants. This work is no exception and
we pray that this newly published edition will strengthen and unite the church,
turn individuals to righteousness, uplift the family, and help direct the
nations to the covenanting love that surrounded the work at the Westminster
Assembly in the seventeenth century -- and in all this bring glory to God! 2383
(8.5" X 11") pages.
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"Hexapla," of course, means "six-fold" or
"six-columned" As the section of this book explaining the "Plan
of the English Hexapla" notes, "the term 'Hexapla' was originally
applied to the work executed by Origen in the 3rd century; in which the first
column contained the Hebrew Text of the Old Testament; the second, the Hebrew
text in Greek letters; the third, Aquila's Greek version; the fourth, the
translation of Symmachus; the fifth, the LXX version (i.e. the Septuagint--RB);
the sixth, Theodotion's version." The English Hexapla offered here contains the six English translations
noted in the title, arranged side by side for easy comparison and reference.
Dates for each version used are as follows: Wiclif (1380), Tyndal (1534),
Cranmer (1539), Geneva (1557), Rheims (1582), King James Version (1611). Of
special interest may be the Geneva 1557 version (from a copy of the first
edition), as both Geneva Bibles presently in print contain later versions (1599
and 1602) of this text. It should also be noted that the notes to the Geneva
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