Explore a detailed portrait of the Plymouth Brethren and their distinctive faith in Scripture.
This edition explains how they worship, study, and live as a distinct Christian fellowship.
The book outlines how Brethren seek guidance from the Holy Spirit in meetings, emphasizing open participation, prayer, singing, and the Lord's table without a formal human leader. It explains their clear distinction between preaching to non-believers and teaching within the church, along with their emphasis on personal Bible study and scriptural proof for their views. It also covers their evangelistic efforts, open-air preaching, and gatherings for prayer, discussion, and expository study of Scripture.
- How worship is directed by a sense of divine guidance, with no single human minister
- The difference between evangelizing outsiders and edifying the church within
- Commitment to regular Bible reading, scriptural proof, and expository teaching
- Beliefs about the heavenly calling, separation from worldly concerns, and church discipline
Ideal for readers of religious history, church movements, and in-depth Bible study.