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Baptist History
Introduction toBaptist History
(lecture 1)
IntroductionAs we get started I would like to clarify for
you why we study Baptist History at Piedmont Baptist College. What is our rationale? First, we are aware that not all those who study at PBC are Baptists and that has been true throughout most of our history. Second, to study Baptist history is not to suggest that Baptists have a “corner” on Biblical truth. And we certainly do not assert that only Baptists are saved, or that Baptists have some special dispensation from God. Professor William Thompson
Reasons We Study Baptist History
It is our Heritage
We are a Training institution
We are, by conviction, Baptists
Provides a Balanced History
Theological Certainty
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Baptist Principles (Distinctives)
The Baptist Distinctives are NOT primarily a statement of doctrine
They are specific principles, grounded in Scripture, that distinguish the “free church,” baptistic movement from other movements.
You can remember them using the acronym BRAPSIS
Baptist Principles (Distinctives)B – Bible as the only rule for faith and
practiceR – Redeemed church membershipA – Autonomy of the Local ChurchP – Priesthood of the believerS – Soul Liberty (for all people everywhere)I – Immersion and Lord’s Table only
ordinancesS – Separation (both personal and
church/state separation)