Resources
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Are We to Keep Both Covenants?
This essay is for believers who wonder how they should relate to the Old Testament. How did Christ's coming effect the Old Testament law?
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Biblical Basis of Anabaptism - Part 1
Where do Anabaptist beliefs come from? What made the Anabaptists believe the things they did?
- Author
- Lester Burkholder
- Publisher
- Hope Mennonite Fellowship
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Biblical Non-Resistance from the Historic Anabaptist Perspective
In following Christ, a Christian is not taught only to avoid taking the offensive, but even in what could be considered legitimate self-defense, he responds by overcoming evil with good and loving his offenders, just as His master.
- Author
- Dr. Gary Staats
- Topics
- NonresistanceChurch History
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Biographical Sketch and Testimony of Michael Sattler
When the fledgling Anabaptist movement was in danger of collapse, God raised up a man to champion that vision, bring unity into it, and embody the truth he believed. His name was Michael Sattler. He died at the age of 37, but he left behind something which far outlasted his bodily presence.
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Distinctions Between the Swiss Brethren and the Dutch Mennonites
The descendants of the Dutch Mennonites are the Low German-speaking Mennonites, in places like Canada, Mexico, Bolivia, and Paraguay, while those of the Swiss Brothers are the Amish and Mennonite groups who migrated to the eastern United States in the 1700s-1800s. Their doctrinal unity is striking.
- Author
- James S. Martin
- Publisher
- Pilgrim Mennonite Conference
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Early Anabaptist Positions on Believer's Baptism and a Challenge for Today
The Anabaptists were named thusly because of their belief in adult baptism. But why did they refuse to validate or practice infant baptism, even at the risk of losing their lives? A brief look at the reasons for their position on believer's baptism and the Scriptural basis for it.
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Encountering the Living Christ of Yesterday
At the heart of Anabaptism was a simple idea: "Jesus meant every word that He said." Dean Taylor's brief overview of historic Anabaptism is more than history; it's a call to stake our lives and lifestyles on similar, Christ-centered discipleship.
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Mennonites—Who They Are, What They Believe
A brief explanation of the origin of the term Mennonite, and a short list of some of their distinctive doctrines and practices, with Bible references given to explain the basis for their beliefs
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- Christian Light Publications
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People Call Us Mennonites
"People call us Mennonites. You may have thought we are different. Some people think we are odd. But we are not ashamed to be different from most professing Christians, because we are serious about obeying God and His Word."
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The Anabaptist Understanding of Wealth and Lifestyle
A look at Anabaptist groups of the past, and their economies, followed by an exposition on what the Bible teaches about wealth. They used the Word of God for their guide in the matters of wealth and possessions: do we??
- Author
- Stephen Burkholder
- Publisher
- Pilgrim Mennonite Conference
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The Anabaptist Vision
What is Anabaptism? This essay, first published in 1944, presents a classic statement of the essence and vision of the early Anabaptists. "We shall practice what He taught, believing that where He walked we can by His grace follow in His steps."
- Author
- Harold S. Bender
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The Kingdom of God in Practice
In an era of politically active churches and religious organizations, Christians need to ask the question: “Are church and state truly compatible?” There are intrinsic, irreconcilable differences, including its purpose, structure, and method of control.
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The Law of God
Law: how should the Christian think about it? A careful look at moral law, God’s covenants with Noah and Abraham, the law He gave to Moses for the nation of Israel, and finally, the law of Christ. Several erroneous ideas about the Law are also addressed.
- Author
- Glenn Wenger
- Publisher
- Weaverland Mennonite Publications
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The Ordinance of Baptism
Baptism is an ordinance that Jesus mentioned, and Himself practiced. The early church understood baptism to be a necessary step of obedience. What is the significance of this rite? How can we maintain a Scriptural view and practice of this ordinance?
- Author
- Lyndon Burkholder
- Publisher
- Pilgrim Mennonite Conference
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The Sabbath or the Lord's Day
A Scriptural view of why we meet to worship on the first day of the week.
