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Christianity and Liberalism

This book delves into the philosophical and theological distinctions between Christianity and liberal ideology, offering a critical analysis of both perspectives. more

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John Gresham Machen
John Gresham Machen

John Gresham Machen was an American theologian and philosopher, born on July 28, 1881, and died on January 1, 1937. He had a profound impact on Christian theology and philosophy, particularly known for his criticism of modern liberal theology. more

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“And God grant that His fire be not quenched! God save us from any smoothing over of these questions in the interests of a hollow pleasantness; God grant that great questions of principle may never rest until they are stettled right! It is out of such times of questioning that great revivals come. God grant that it may be so today! Controversy of the right sort is good; for out of such controversy, as Church history and Scripture alike teach, there comes the salvation of souls.”

“Let us not fear the opposition of men; every great movement in the Church from Paul down to modern times has been criticized on the ground that it promoted scensoriousness and intolerance and disputing. Of course the gospel of Christ, in a world of sin and doubt will cause disputing; and if does not cause disputing and arrouse bitter opposition, that is a fairly sure sign that it is not being faithfully proclaimed.”

“At the deepest level, pride is the choice to exclude both God and other people from their rightful place in our hearts. Jesus said the essence of the spiritual life is to love God and to love people. Pride destroys our capacity to love.”