Monthly Archives: July 2005

William Carey

7/18/2005 – 5:45 am

Carey, William, D.D., was born in Purey, Northamptonshire, England, Aug. 17, 1761. In his boyhood he was an extreme Episcopalian, regarding dissenters with sovereign contempt. His father and grandfather officiated as clerks in the Episcopal Church, and young Carey from childhood loved the house in which they held this humble position.
Mr. [...]

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Isaac Watts’ Birthday

7/17/2005 – 8:41 pm

Today marks the birthday of hymn writer Isaac Watts, Born July 17, 1674, in England, Watts introduced hymns to a post-reformation church culture which theretofore relied exclusively on Psalm singing. His pioneering and voluminous work gained him the title, “The Father of English Hymnody.” Benjamin Franklin imported his works to America and re-printed Watts [...]

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James Spurgeon

7/15/2005 – 8:45 am

I picked up a few old used books this week including a C. H. Spurgeon biography by Russell H. Conwell. The illustrated 1892 work appears to be a first edition. The Reformed Reader web site has the text of Conwell’s “The World’s Great Preacher,” and I’ll probably post some of the illustrations. I particularly like [...]

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Johnny Hunt on Election

7/12/2005 – 7:04 am

Johnny Hunt, pastor of First Baptist Woodstock, Georgia delivered a rousing sermon at this years Pastor’s Conference, preceding the annual Southern Baptist Convention. Hunt has become a staple of the conference. His contagious enthusiasm, pastor’s heart, and compelling testimony makes him a favorite among many. I’ve only heard a handful of sermons, but I [...]

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Cathcart Baptist Encyclopedia on Election

7/11/2005 – 5:14 am

Election. Every man that shall enter glory was elected of God to that blessed state, and because of such election is prepared by the Holy Spirit for its enjoyment. No elect person can be kept out of heaven.
When men repent and put their trust in Jesus they are “called according to God’s purpose,” Rom. 8:28, [...]

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Tropical Storm Cindy

7/8/2005 – 6:43 pm

Tropical Storm Cindy surprised everyone in New Orleans Tuesday night as she toppled ancient Oaks, uprooted Crepe Myrtles, and ripped down power lines. In a city accustomed to keeping a close eye on approaching hurricanes, a mere tropical storm didn’t seem to warrant much concern. Seventy mph winds can do more damage than most realized. [...]

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