
Barton W. Stone
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Atonement: The Substance of Two Letters Written to a Friend.
0ISA 45:22JHN 3:16ROM 3:25ROM 5:8EPH 2:13PHP 1:29HEB 2:141JN 3:51JN 4:10Barton W. Stone preaches about the true purposes of Christ's coming into the world, emphasizing that Christ's death and blood were displays of God's love, grace, and mercy to a lost world. He explains that through faith in the blood of Jesus, believers are reconciled, atoned, and propitiated unto God, drawn by the cords of love. Stone refutes the idea of Christ being a substitute in our place, clarifying that Christ's death was to display God's glory and love, leading sinners to repentance and reconciliation with God.
History of the Christian Church in the West
0PRO 9:1ISA 55:1LUK 2:10LUK 14:16JHN 3:16ROM 8:322CO 5:141JN 4:14REV 22:17Barton W. Stone preaches about the doctrine of the gospel, emphasizing the love of God as the moving cause of salvation and regeneration, the universal offer of salvation through Christ to all, and the necessity of faith in receiving the benefits of the gospel. He highlights the belief that Christ died for all, the free gift of salvation in Christ, and the readiness of God to save sinners without requiring any qualifications or rewards beforehand.
Revivals
0MAT 5:16JHN 14:6ACT 1:8ROM 1:16EPH 2:8Barton W. Stone reflects on the nature of revivals, highlighting the temporary excitement and subsequent decline often seen in congregations. He questions the belief that revivals depend solely on the sovereign will of God, emphasizing the continuous power of the gospel to save believers. Stone challenges the notion that God selectively grants revivals, pointing out that true revivals are rare due to a lack of faith in the ongoing efficacy of God's ordained means of salvation.
Revivals of Religion
0PSA 132:9JER 20:9ACT 2:46COL 3:141PE 4:8Barton W. Stone reflects on a great revival in the West 30 years ago, where thousands gathered with solemnity, seeking the way of life and salvation, with many experiencing deliverance and praising God. The preachers, filled with the Holy Spirit, ministered the word of reconciliation with earnestness and love, laboring tirelessly to save souls and establish them in faith. The congregations were united in prayer and praise, with families and friends fervently praying for each other's salvation, exhibiting brotherly kindness and divine graces. Despite opposition from philosophers and formalists, the revival brought about unity, love, and a deep desire for truth through the reading of the Bible.
The Kingdom of Heaven
0MAT 5:3MAT 7:21MAT 13:38ROM 14:171JN 2:6Barton W. Stone preaches about the kingdom of heaven, emphasizing Jesus as the king and the church as his subjects who have repented, reformed their lives, and humbly submitted to God. Those who are 'poor in spirit' are blessed with the kingdom of heaven, showing humility, dependence on God, and fervent prayer for grace. Membership in the kingdom requires diligently seeking and obeying God's will, sacrificing worldly interests for truth, and displaying righteousness, peace, and joy in the Holy Spirit.
To Young Preachers
0PRO 11:14MAT 25:211CO 1:171TI 6:62TI 2:231PE 4:11Barton W. Stone advises young preachers to seek counsel from older, experienced individuals and to avoid engaging in debates that lead to strife and division, emphasizing the importance of preaching the Gospel with boldness and humility. He encourages preachers to deliver the Word in the spirit, living a holy life both in and out of the pulpit, and to focus on saving souls rather than seeking worldly approval. Stone also warns against covetousness and urges preachers to fight the good fight of faith, following after righteousness and godliness.