This is a 90 page book by David Null that is designed to share the beliefs and practices of conservative Mennonite churches that sets them apart from most other churches who call themselves Christian. It uses Biblical passages and a clear explanation of the teachings. A good intro to conservative Mennonite teachings. Published by Rod & Staff in 2004. I recommend it.
Introduction to Mennonite Doctrine & Practice
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Mt 24:35
Proverbs 18:2 A fool does not delight in understanding but only in revealing his own mind.
1 Corinthians 3:19 For the wisdom of this world is folly with God
Mt 24:35
Proverbs 18:2 A fool does not delight in understanding but only in revealing his own mind.
1 Corinthians 3:19 For the wisdom of this world is folly with God
Re: Introduction to Mennonite Doctrine & Practice
Are you considering becoming a Conservative Mennonite ?MaxPC wrote:This is a 90 page book by David Null that is designed to share the beliefs and practices of conservative Mennonite churches that sets them apart from most other churches who call themselves Christian. It uses Biblical passages and a clear explanation of the teachings. A good intro to conservative Mennonite teachings. Published by Rod & Staff in 2004. I recommend it.
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I'm reading and appreciating.
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Mt 24:35
Proverbs 18:2 A fool does not delight in understanding but only in revealing his own mind.
1 Corinthians 3:19 For the wisdom of this world is folly with God
Mt 24:35
Proverbs 18:2 A fool does not delight in understanding but only in revealing his own mind.
1 Corinthians 3:19 For the wisdom of this world is folly with God
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Re: Introduction to Mennonite Doctrine & Practice
So yay or nay?MaxPC wrote:I'm reading and appreciating.
A good follow up would be some early Anabaptist writings, Max.
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Re: Introduction to Mennonite Doctrine & Practice
I would not describe this book as adequately representing all or even most conservative Anabaptists.
It does describe the particular set of beliefs and practice adopted by some specific groups of conservative Anabaptists. These groups generally believe themselves (or other groups with practice at a similarly-strict level) to be the "real" conservative Anabaptists, with everyone else going astray.
It does describe the particular set of beliefs and practice adopted by some specific groups of conservative Anabaptists. These groups generally believe themselves (or other groups with practice at a similarly-strict level) to be the "real" conservative Anabaptists, with everyone else going astray.
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I wonder what other conservative Anabaptists think of this book (if they're familiar with it). Here is the list of chapters:
1. Salvation
2. The Seven Ordinances
3. Public Worship
4. Appearance & Dress
5. Brotherhood Assistance
6. Nonresistance
7. Relation to Civil Government
8. The Church
9. Leaders in the Church
10. The Christian Home
11. Conclusion
In Chapter 2: The Seven Ordinances, it begins:
1. Salvation
2. The Seven Ordinances
3. Public Worship
4. Appearance & Dress
5. Brotherhood Assistance
6. Nonresistance
7. Relation to Civil Government
8. The Church
9. Leaders in the Church
10. The Christian Home
11. Conclusion
In Chapter 2: The Seven Ordinances, it begins:
An ordinance is a religious practice that expresses a Biblical principle. Seven Christian ordinances are taught in the New Testament: Baptism, Communion, Feet Washing,the Holy Kiss, Marriage, the Woman's Headship Covering, and Anointing With Oil. Conservative Mennonite churches maintain these ordinances through teaching and preaching as well as through literal practice.
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Mt 24:35
Proverbs 18:2 A fool does not delight in understanding but only in revealing his own mind.
1 Corinthians 3:19 For the wisdom of this world is folly with God
Mt 24:35
Proverbs 18:2 A fool does not delight in understanding but only in revealing his own mind.
1 Corinthians 3:19 For the wisdom of this world is folly with God
Re: Introduction to Mennonite Doctrine & Practice
Wouldn't most of those differences also set them apart from Catholics? I think that's why people are asking you these questions.MaxPC wrote:This is a 90 page book by David Null that is designed to share the beliefs and practices of conservative Mennonite churches that sets them apart from most other churches who call themselves Christian.
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Is it biblical? Is it Christlike? Is it loving? Is it true? How can I find out?
Re: Introduction to Mennonite Doctrine & Practice
From what I recall Menno Simons only recognized 2 ordinances - baptism and communion and only as symbolic. So, seems like Menno would not be part of a modern Conservative Mennonite church. Yes/No?MaxPC wrote:I wonder what other conservative Anabaptists think of this book (if they're familiar with it). Here is the list of chapters:
1. Salvation
2. The Seven Ordinances
3. Public Worship
4. Appearance & Dress
5. Brotherhood Assistance
6. Nonresistance
7. Relation to Civil Government
8. The Church
9. Leaders in the Church
10. The Christian Home
11. Conclusion
In Chapter 2: The Seven Ordinances, it begins:An ordinance is a religious practice that expresses a Biblical principle. Seven Christian ordinances are taught in the New Testament: Baptism, Communion, Feet Washing,the Holy Kiss, Marriage, the Woman's Headship Covering, and Anointing With Oil. Conservative Mennonite churches maintain these ordinances through teaching and preaching as well as through literal practice.
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Re: Introduction to Mennonite Doctrine & Practice
I have no idea who David Null is or what group he comes from. Nobody has mentioned him on MN before now.Josh wrote:I would not describe this book as adequately representing all or even most conservative Anabaptists.
It does describe the particular set of beliefs and practice adopted by some specific groups of conservative Anabaptists. These groups generally believe themselves (or other groups with practice at a similarly-strict level) to be the "real" conservative Anabaptists, with everyone else going astray.
What books would conservative Anabaptists on MN recommend if we want to read about something that agrees with your understandings? Or is this the kind of thing you can not get out of books?
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Re: Introduction to Mennonite Doctrine & Practice
Unless the book would be written by someone like Donald Kraybill or Steve Nolt, I would expect to find considerable bias. We often assume that other conservative or plain Anabaptist practices and beliefs would be very similar or that ours are quite normative. Kraybill and Nolt among a few others, have done enough research to understand some of the more subtle differences between groups.
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