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The Way and the Water

By Henk Bakker

The Way and the Water

By Henk Bakker

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In The Way and the Water, Dr. Bakker examines the history of the Baptist and Anabaptist movements, intertwined as they were in their formation, and as they arose out of persecution and the fight for religious freedom in Europe and beyond. In their struggle against state-enforced orthodoxy, they challenged the superstitions of medieval Christianity and sought to showcase the true nature of salvation and its outworking in the lives of believers, first in believer's baptism, and then in radically reoriented lives-with the way of Christ at its centre. For this, many of them suffered greatly.
The text is not strictly chronological as it follows the various historical streams that formed the framework of baptistic churches. Themes such as non-violence/pacifism, church and government, believer's baptism, church discipline, confessions, the Sermon on the Mount and distinct theologies are examined. The lives of key figures, such as George Blaurock, Conrad Grebel, John Smyth, Thomas Helwys, Menno Simons, Balthasar Hubmaier, Margret Hottinger, and many others are examined, some of whom paid a heavy price for their convictions.
It is hoped this title will encourage Baptist and Anabaptist communities to learn more about their history and consider how they can learn from each other's traditions. May it challenge us to live for Christ with greater commitment, engagement and endurance in society today.
Product details
Binding:
Paperback
Number of Pages:
312
Release Date:
2025-07-20
Publication Date:
2025-09-02
Publisher:
Heritage Seminary Press
Languages:
Original: English
ISBN10:
1774841711
ISBN13:
9781774841716
GPSR Manufacturer Reference:
[email protected]
Weight:
442 g
Height:
140 cm
Width:
216 cm
Thickness:
18 cm
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