Close Communion: Or Baptism As A Prerequisite To The Lord s Supper is a book written by John Tyler Christian in 1892. The book discusses the practice of close communion, which is the belief that only baptized individuals should partake in the Lord's Supper. Christian argues that baptism is a prerequisite for the Lord's Supper because it symbolizes the believer's union with Christ and their commitment to the Christian faith. The book is divided into several chapters, each of which explores different aspects of close ...
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Close Communion: Or Baptism As A Prerequisite To The Lord s Supper is a book written by John Tyler Christian in 1892. The book discusses the practice of close communion, which is the belief that only baptized individuals should partake in the Lord's Supper. Christian argues that baptism is a prerequisite for the Lord's Supper because it symbolizes the believer's union with Christ and their commitment to the Christian faith. The book is divided into several chapters, each of which explores different aspects of close communion. Christian examines the historical and biblical basis for the practice, as well as its theological implications. He also addresses common objections to close communion and provides practical guidance for churches that wish to implement the practice.Overall, Close Communion is a thorough and thought-provoking exploration of the practice of close communion and its significance in the Christian faith. It is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history and theology of the Lord's Supper and the role of baptism in the Christian life.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
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