Alexander Whyte Overcame Illigitimacy On this day, January 6, 1921, Alexander Whyte died quietly in his sleep. The eighty-five-year-old Scotsman had risen from poverty and illegitimacy to become one of the most prominent pastors in Scotland. His faith began when he was young. Sunday mornings, his hardworking mother, Janet Thomson, took him to the Free … More Today in Church History
Inimitable Peter Marshall Took on the Senate As a matter of fact, as I think back over the evidences of the Lord’s guidance in my own life, I feel ashamed that my faith is not a more radiant, contagious thing.” Would you be able to say that if your father had died when you were … More Today in Church (and U.S.) History
I have often quoted Dr.Jones and consider him the C.H. Spurgeon of the 1900’s. One of my favorite quotes of his is: “Do you think that you deserve forgiveness? If you do you are not a Christian.” You can find out more about, listen to and read most of his 1600+ sermons here at the MLJ … More Today In Church History
The End for Evelyn “Granny” Brand Tears streaking her cheeks, Evie Brand pleaded with her mission board. Rules were rules, they answered. She was too old to go back to India. She must retire. Evie had sacrificed her comforts, her tiny income, her family for the work. With her husband, Jesse, she had pioneered on … More Today in Church History
Elizabeth Sang in Answer to a Bird Elizabeth of Hungary was only 24 when she died on this day, November 17, 1231. She packed so much life and suffering into those 24 years that her story became the subject of art and legend. Elizabeth von Thuringia was born in 1207, in a royal castle. Her mother Gertrude … More Today in Church History
Benjamin Keach Testified Benjamin Keach appeared before Lord Chief Justice Hyde on this day, October 9, 1664. A Baptist minister, Benjamin’s crime was to publish a book of instruction for children; its doctrine did not conform to the teachings of the Church of England. Although not a single copy exists today, from Benjamin’s forty other publications, … More Today in Church History
Obadiah Holmes Whipped for Baptist Beliefs Thud. The whip’s three cords slammed onto the bare back of Obadiah Holmes, who stood tied to the post. Thud… Thud… Thud. Thirty times the executioner struck with all his force. It was on this day, September 5, 1651 in Boston, Massachusetts. According to witnesses, Obadiah did not groan or scream. … More Today in Church History
In a world where manliness seems to less and less a virtue this is a timely reminder that God see’s things very differently. – Mike The Key to True Grit July 31, 2019 by: R. Kent Hughes The Race Set before You Persevering grit is eternally beautiful when devoted to the real-life spiritual race that is … More The Grit of Manliness
THIS DAY IN CHURCH HISTORY DAN GRAVES, MSL Governor Agricola of Armenia was confronted with “mutiny.” Forty soldiers refused to offer the sacrifice ordered by emperor Licinius. The forty who stood before him that wintry fourth-century day in Sevaste were fine specimens of manhood who radiated an aura of courage. He was determined to make … More 40 Men Died on Ice for Christ – March 9, 320
Fear nothing that you are about to suffer. Be aware that the devil is about to throw some of you into prison, that you may be tested [in your faith], and for ten days you will have tribulation. Be faithful to the point of death [if you must die for your faith], and I will give you the crown[consisting] of … More Today in Church History
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