Synopsis
Theological Compend, Containing A System Of Divinity by Amos Binney is a concise, evangelical catechetical treatise from the 19th century intended to fortify faith, especially among youth. The work opens with foundational remarks on scriptural authority, biblical language, and the nature of divine revelation, distinguishing the canonical Bible from apocrypha and outlining methods for interpreting Scripture. It then articulates three kinds of evidence for Christianity—historical (miracles and prophecies), internal (conformity and design within Scripture), and experiential (moral and spiritual fruits). The following sections survey core doctrines: existence and attributes of God, the Trinity, the person and work of Jesus Christ, the Holy Spirit, angels and devils, and human nature including the fall and original sin. Redemption and atonement, justification, regeneration, adoption, and sanctification are presented as essential related concepts. The book proceeds to moral instruction, the authority of the gospel, duties to God and neighbors, and the Institutions of Christianity (Sabbath, Church, Baptism, Lord’s Supper) and church government. Throughout, it leverages plain language, questions for study, and an emphasis on scriptural grounding to promote durable belief and virtuous living.
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