September 8
“Congress Shall Make No Law Respecting an Establishment of Religion”
Scripture: Psalm 144
On a number of occasions the Congregationalists desired the Baptist to join them in combating heretical sects. Early on they petitioned the Baptists of Rhode Island to reject the Quakers who were settling within the bounds of their colony. Later, there was a [...]
September 7
Luther Rice, a Beloved Man of Controversy
Scripture: Acts 26: 19-32
No other subject is the object of discussion and the center of controversy like world evangelism. When we study the Baptist missionary movement in America, we find a great illustration of this controversy in the resulting division over missionary methods and the support of missionaries. [...]
Attendance campaigns are planned each year to increase the church’s attendance by challenging Christians to invite people who do not presently attend a church in an effort to avail them to the Gospel of Jesus Christ. Our church does not approve of inviting members from another church of like faith. Faithful church membership must be [...]
All Hail The Power
Author: Edward Perronet, 1726-1792
Altered by John Rippon, 1751-1836
This hymn is often called the “National Anthem of Christendom.” The hymn first appeared in the November, 1779, issue of the Gospel Magazine, edited by Augustus Toplady, author of “Rock of Ages” (No. 78). This text has been translated into almost every language where Christianity [...]
Abide With Me
Author: Henry F. Lyte, 1793-1847
Composer: William H. Monk, 1823-1889
It has been said that only the person who can face the prospect of death realistically is able to live this life with purpose and confidence. Such was the conviction of a rather obscure English pastor, Henry F. Lyte, when he wrote the text for [...]
Martin Luther was born on November 10, 1483 in Eisleben, Saxony, Germany. He was educated at the University of Erfurt, later becoming an Augustinian monk, teaching philosophy and theology at the University of Wittenberg. On October 31, 1517, sometimes called the “4th of July of Protestantism,” Martin Luther nailed his ninety-five theses to the door [...]
We are pleased to host another Vacation Bible School for children 4 years of age through the sixth grade. This is always a fun-filled week of exciting Bible instruction. Vacation Bible School 2010 is entitled, “Soul Survivors on Danger Island.” It will be held from 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM on Monday [...]
When I think of America, I am proud of the country I call home. You could say I feel patriotic. I appreciate our many freedoms in this nation, our beautiful lands, and our diverse and interesting people.
In particular, I appreciate the many Americans who came before me and made monumental and selfless sacrifices so that [...]
The New Testament Baptist Church is pleased to welcome the John Waterhouse family to the full-time church staff. Bro. Waterhouse will assume the responsibilities of the Assistant Pastor. He will enhance the music and youth ministries of our church.
Bro. John Waterhouse has been given the unique privilege to grow in the Lord under [...]
At the New Testament Baptist Church of Butler, we are committed to reaching the world with the Gospel. We count it a privilege to be included in God’s plan to reach the world. Our church currently supports 38 soul winning missionaries in 25 different countries at $100/month. Our church recently added a missionary [...]
