FIRST PRINCIPLE STUDY:
The Christadelphian Instructor: Questions and Answers on the System of Truth revealed in the Holy Scriptures with proof-texts in full appended to nearly every answer. Also containing 100 questions and answers suited to children under 8.
Christendom Astray Popular Christianity (both in faith and practice), shewn to be unscriptural; and the true nature of the ancient apostolic faith exhibited.
Key To The Understanding of The Scriptures This series of studies is designed to present in connected form the fundamental teaching of the Bible. The reader is invited to examine it critically, with the Bible at his right hand, without which nothing can or ought to be determined in relation to God's truth. We believe this series to help the reader in their search for Truth.
You Will Never Go To Heaven -- Booklet explaining Paul's "desire to depart" (Phil. 1:23); "Absent from the body" (2 Cor. 5:8); and The "Father's house of many mansions" (John 14:2)
The Christadelphian Bible Study Circle Course -- 24 Letters with Questions and Answers on Bible Truth
Bible Finger Posts, 32 Topics -- Includes "The Return of Christ To The Earth", "What Is Christ Coming For?", "Does Death End All?" and many more -- all in short form designed for use as preaching tools.
The Good Confession by Robert Roberts
Christadelphian Baptismal Interview, by G.V. Growcott
There Is One Baptism, by G.V. Growcott -- Essential To Salvation; Complete Immersion The Only True Way; Sprinkling Unscriptural; Belief a Prerequisite.
"The Evil One" The Bible Teaching Concerning The Devil and Satan (Also in PDF format)
The Bible Meaning of "Soul" (by G.V. Growcott) Taken from the Berean Christadelphian Magazine, 1966, and which is an exposition of the subject clearly indicated by the title. It will provide another helpful tool for preaching the Truth concerning this subject unto all who have willing ears to hear.
The Revealed Mystery - By Bro. John Thomas
Part One: A Summary of Christianity Revealed In The Bible;
Part Two: A Discourse on Eternal Life;
Part Three: The Kingdom of God
What First Century Christians Believed:
1883 (Original First Edition) Ecclesial Guide
BIBLE READING:
PROPHECY:
Elpis Israel (Hope of Israel) Being an exposition of the Kingdom of God, with reference to The Time of the End and The Age To Come (Written 1848) -- SPECIAL EDITION, 1904, By Dr. John Thomas -- Without the revisions made in later editions.
Eureka -- An Exposition of the Apocalypse Volumes 1, 2 and 3 from the 1915 edition by Dr. John Thomas
Faith In the Last Days Selections from the writings of bro. Thomas concerning the Gospel Truth and Christ's return to the earth.
The Revelation -- Which Interpretation? (Preterist - Continuous Historical - Futurist) (By Graham Pearce) No man can say with persuasion that he loves God if he is disinterested in prophecy, for prophecy is an essential part of the Truth which has proceeded forth from the Father. Neither can a man love Truth and be indifferent to apostasy. The love of God, then, compels a saint to identify the Apostasy foretold by prophet, apostle and the Lord Jesus.
Exposition of Daniel A Brief Exposition of the Prophecy of Daniel, Dr. John Thomas, 1868, 34 sections and preface. With Illustrations.
The Book Unsealed: A Lecture on the Prophetic Periods of Daniel and John. John Thomas, MD, Fifth Edition, 1920
Thirteen Lectures on The Apocalypse, By Robert Roberts, 1921 Edition
The Great Delusion - A Scriptural Analysis Of Christianity's "Future Antichrist" By Kenneth and James Styles
The Book of Revelation - An Appeal For Right Understanding (Bro. Paul Billington)
(Also in PDF format - 52k)
The Coming Antichrist: Jesus of Nazareth?
DOCTRINE OF THE TRINITY (Unscriptural):
The Doctrine of The Trinity ANALYTICALLY EXAMINED AND REFUTED By Percy E. White
"The History of The Doctrine of The Trinity" by G.V. Growcott
Part 1: The True Scriptural Picture
Part 2: The True Scriptural Picture
Part 3: Passages Quoted to Prove the Trinity
Letters Answering The Arguments Offered by Trinitarians
FELLOWSHIP:
The Doctrine of Fellowship
An 87 page book containing the writings of Bro. John Thomas and Bro. Robert Roberts on the subject of "fellowship." A retypeset, reprinted edition of the book released in 1982. Typeset in larger type for easy readability. A must for every Christadelphian library. This link goes to a page of fellowship articles in the book for on-line viewing.
A Matter of Fellowship A booklet generated by the editor giving the reasons for withdrawal from the Berean Christadelphian fellowship.
Sound Fellowship By Bro. Oscar Beachamp, Berean Mag.1961
Scriptural Fellowship By Bro. G.V. "Rene" Growcott, Reprinted from the Berean Christadelphian Magazine, 1961
"Fellowship" written by Bro. Thomas in 1847 (the year of his baptism), which include notes from the editor
Bro. Thomas compares his work towards the Campbellites with that of the Apostle Paul -- Taken from "Nothing but Peace and Prosperity", Herald of the Kingdom and Age to Come, 1854
Raising Serious Issues, A Letter To The Editor, Fred Pearce, Former Asst. CMPA The Christadelphian, Oct. 1981
A Time To Be Honest, Harry Tennant, The Christadelphian, Oct. 1984
SACRIFICE OF CHRIST / ATONEMENT:
The Blood of Christ, Its place in The Divine Scheme of Reconciliation or ATONEMENT, as Originally Promulgated by the Apostles in the First Century. By Robert Roberts, 1895
The Slain Lamb, A controversial and expository Lecture on the True Nature of the Sacrifice of Christ. Delivered in Temperance Hall, Birmingham, on Friday, July 29th, 1873, by the late Robert Roberts in reply to one given in the renunciationist interest the previous evening. Illustrated with a chart. Published in 1915.
The Purifying of The Heavenly (Bro. G.V. Growcott)
"Many deceivers are entered into the world, who confess not that Jesus Christ is come in the flesh. This is a deceiver and an antichrist" (2 John 7). Articles by Brethren Growcott, Thomas and Roberts on the nature and sacrifice of Christ. Book published by The Herald Press.
Did Christ Die On Behalf Of Himself? "Clean-Flesh" Article Answered
SPECIAL STUDIES:
The Holy Spirit and the Holy Spirit Gifts by Graham Pearce -- ...He (the author) reasons logically that if the Holy Spirit, as present-day effluence from heaven, is the means provided of Yahweh to develop a character pleasing unto Him, then, obviously, the Word is unnecessary to that end. He advances strong Scriptural reasons to show that such a claim is contrary to the revealed purpose of God, and therefore to the teaching of the Word.
The Papacy In History and Prophecy A 3-Part book (48 pages) which includes The History of the Papacy; The True Character of the Papacy; and The Future of the Catholic System. Very informative and easy to read.
The Law of Moses, Robert Roberts -- Includes chapters on "The Sabbath Law", "The Ten Commandments," "The Ark and Its Contents" and much more...
The Analogy of The Grecian Games In The Word, by J.B. Scaramastro -- In depth study of the Grecian games in the days of the Apostle Paul and his comparison to them as a follower of Christ.
Phanerosis (Dr. John Thomas) An Exposition of the Doctrine of The Old and New Testaments Concerning The Manifestation of the Invisible Eternal God In Human Nature, Including an "Index To The Titles of Deity" by H.P. Mansfield
"The Parable of The Tares" Booklet by the Editor on the true meaning of the parable in Matt. 13.
Odology; or Theological Mesmerism, Witchcraft Revived Anew Continuation of the above article.
Table Tappings Not Spirit Rappings Reprinted from The Herald of the Kingdom and the Age to Come, 1852, Vol. 2, page 67 , by Bro. John Thomas, Editor.
Was Jesus of Nazareth The Messiah? A Three Night Debate Between Robert Roberts, Editor of the Christadelphian and Mr. Louis Stern, an Orthodox Jew, on Oct. 17-19th, 1871
Christadelphianism of God or Men? A Christadelphian Reply to the Aug. 1962 Watchtower Article By. R. W. Abel
The Protesters By Alan Eyre -- "... there is no doubting the tremendous zeal and earnestness with which some of these early believers applied themselves to the study of Scripture ... the revelation of the tremendous spirit of faith, love and devotion to God shown by some of these believers of former times who suffered almost indescribable tortures for the sake of their convictions." Contains Maps, paintings and photos
Brethren In Christ by Alan Eyre -- The great significance of this work of Bro. Alan Eyre and its forerunner, "The Protesters", is that for the first time the beliefs and behaviour of a community with essentially the same doctrines as ourselves has been documented for our study and appreciation. Complete with Maps, Paintings and Photos
The Significance of Colors As They Appear In The Holy Scriptures
"There is the reason for the colors of the spectrum in the rainbow; the curtains of the tabernacle; Ezekiel's Temple; and the pillars of the New Jerusalem, to name only a few." (M. Stewart)
MARRIAGE AND DIVORCE:
STUDIES FOR SISTERS
Selah A selection of Meditations designed for Sisters (Logos Publications)
Do All To The Glory Of God A Short Treatise on Standards for Christadelphians (Christadelphians Scripture Study Service)
The Virtuous Woman By Sister Jane Roberts and Sister Virginia Vigilant
Sister Jane Roberts to Younger Sisters CENTENNIAL EDITION, December 1881 - January 1883
COMFORT:
Seasons of Comfort (by Robert Roberts) "...the book may be of some service in the weary turmoil of the present evil world. It will help them to realise their position, and to renew their diligence, and to rouse drooping hearts in the prospect of the fulfilment of God's great purpose in Christ." -- R. Roberts, 1915 Edition
Search Me O God (G.V. Growcott)
Be Ye Transformed (G.V. Growcott)
A Brother Beloved (Paul's Letter to Philemon)
There are many lessons in wisdom and courtesy we can learn from this very brief letter from friend to friend.
Be Ye Therefore Perfect (Matt. chapters 5-7, The Sermon on the Mount)
If we hear and do, we build on rock, and will stand forever. If we hear and do not, we build on sand-our house will collapse and fall. Let us consider some of these commands in order:
By Love Serve One Another (The Epistle To The Galations)
Come With Me, My Sister-Bride (Song of Solomon, Chapter 4
This Song is for teaching and/or for comfort. It is to teach us that these two spiritual qualities are what we must devote our lives to developing -- "Let us be glad and rejoice ... the marriage of the Lamb is come, and his Bride hath MADE HERSELF READY" (Rev. 19:7).
Could Ye Not Watch One Hour? (Matthew chapter 26)
Judas was much more acute than the other simple disciples. He appears to have had the greatest natural ability and capacity and maturity. A man who, in such intimate contact, could maintain such perfect deception for three years was not an ordinary man.
Doth Job Fear God For Nought?
The great question of the book of Job is: Why do the righteous suffer? And the great lesson is: We must totally and unquestioningly trust God, and have implicit faith in His love, mercy and justice, regardless of any appearances or circumstances. He has a reason and a purpose in the suffering of His people: different reasons at different times, but all working toward their ultimate glorification -- often a reason (as here) that would be impossible for man ever to guess without knowing what was in God's mind.
God Gave Them Up (Romans 1 & 2)
Go Forth To Him Without The Camp (Heb. 13)
God did not just give Israel a bare command to leave the Law. Rather He gave, in this epistle, a beautiful, satisfying, reasoned explanation and revelation of the infinitely better way in Christ. This is the message of Hebrews -- how Christ so beautifully fulfills every type, answers every question, supplies every need.
Grace, Mercy and Peace from God (The First Epistle to Timothy)
The first epistle to Timothy, where we find Paul had left him at Ephesus to set all things in the ecclesia in order there, appears to fit best into the period between Paul's two imprisonments. It is full of instruction and enlightenment about ecclesial affairs.
He Must Increase: I Must Decrease (The work of John the Baptist)
It was a supreme test and trial for John to be confined to a dungeon while Jesus, whom he had announced as the Son of God and the long-promised Messiah, went about the country teaching, with no message for John, no hint of recognition of his plight, no explanation, no indication of what John could expect.
Holy and Blameless In Love
According as he hath chosen us in him before the foundation of the world, that we should be holy and without blame before him in love: (Eph. 1:4)
I Am Ready To Be Offered (The Second Epistle to Timothy)
Paul's second letter to Timothy was written to strengthen and encourage him. Paul was a prisoner in Rome, about to be put to death for his service to Christ. Timothy was laboring in the Truth at some distant place. Paul appears to fear that Timothy was somewhat disheartened. Truly there was much to cause discouragement. Things were not going well with the Truth. They never have and never will. This the day of small things -- of trial and probation and darkness and faith.
In Labors More Abundant (2 Corinthians Chapters 11 and 12)
I Will Return To My First Husband (Hosea)
The book of the prophet Hosea is one of the most beautiful and powerful of the prophetic books. Hosea is the prophet of the love of God, the gentlest and tenderest of the prophets -- the John of the Old Testament. He speaks of the truest, and most patient, and deepest of loves in the face of the greatest of unfaithfulnesses.
Let A Man Examine HIMSELF
Our salvation depends on learning. We must learn what is wrong with ourselves -- wherein we do not correspond with the pattern that God requires in those He will alone accept.
Living Sacrifice
As one of us, our representative, he opened up the way of life. And we can follow him in that way to eternal life only by dying completely to ourselves and becoming a part of him, completely enclosed in him and covered by him. As a representative, a strong loving Elder Brother to lead the way and carry the weak, he manifested God's love and provision for man.
Love Shall Wax Cold
The latter days are to be days of unbelief. This is the testimony of prophecy. This is one of the great signs of the time of the end in the world and in the brotherhood.
My Sin Is Ever Before Me
The failures and successes of the man after God's own heart (David).
Not Ashamed To Be Called Their God (Light and Shade In the Life of Jacob)
Our Old Man Is Crucified With Him (Romans 6)
The predominant characteristic of this occasion is joyfulness. We are told that the awakening of a son of Adam to the love of God and the decision to become united to Christ is a cause of great joy in heaven. One more is added to the family of the sons of God, all knit together in the beauty of holiness.
The Bond of Perfectness
But whoso hath this world's good, and seeth his brother have need, and shutteth up his bowels of compassion from him, how dwelleth the love of God in him? (1 John 3:17)
The Fruit of the Spirit
Future peace must be our goal, as must also be future Joy. For the Joy that was set before him, Christ endured all things, and unless we in our lesser degree do the same, we shall be cast aside and forgotten in that day when "peace on earth" is at last an accomplished fact.
The Mind of Christ
The prize that we seek is infinitely beyond anything we can comprehend. For the devotion of a brief lifetime, God is offering us perfect joy for all eternity. The present is such an infinitesimal fraction of the future that it is the uttermost folly not to give up everything possible in the present in order to assure the future. This folly will be tragically apparent at the judgment seat.
The Psalms
The Psalms are much more than the emotional outpourings of a human mind. They speak freely and surely of prophecy and eternity, and the deep original causes and purposes which only the Spirit knows.
The Same Care For One Another: The Real Purpose of a Fraternal Gathering
The Serpent And The Rod
The following thoughts concern the incidents surrounding the one recorded failure of one of the greatest of the few great men that have ever lived.
The Shepherd Of The Sheep (John Chapter 10)
This is the mark of the True Shepherd, as hearing his voice is the mark of the true sheep. The True Shepherd "goes before" and leads the way. So Christ has experienced all things -- been "tempted and tried in all points like his brethren." He sets no path before them that he has not trod. The most secret and intimate of our personal struggles -- he has known them, and understands. He does not direct or instruct; he demonstrates and leads.
The Sword Shall Never Depart
David seems to stand out apart from all others in the history of Israel ... His life seems crowded with every variety of experience, and ranges from the purest God-fearing courage of his youthful encounter with Goliath to the ugly depths of adultery and murder.
This is The Whole Man
The book of Ecclesiastes is a book for deep study and meditation. It is concerned with the age-old search for happiness and satisfaction. What is good? What is real? What is worthwhile? What is the great purpose and meaning of life?
This Test of Love
Corinth was a large, thriving, modern city. The pride of life was far more catered for and excited than in the smaller, simpler communities where Paul labored.
Thy Speech Bewrayeth Thee
If any man among you SEEM to be religious, and bridleth not his tongue, but deceiveth his own heart, this man's religion is vain. (James 1:26)
Shall A Child Be Born? (Abraham, A Man of Faith)
The example of Abraham would be valueless to us if his faith were something that took over mechanically like an automatic pilot and guided him without effort. It was something that he himself had to put to use by diligent application and prayerful effort. And he did, and won out, and so became the father of all who follow in his steps.
She Openeth Her Mouth With Wisdom (The Book of Proverbs)
The Proverbs emphasize -- perhaps more than any other book of Scripture -- the vital truth that the Gospel of salvation is a WAY OF LIFE. It concerns and must control ALL activities of the mind and body, if it is to mean anything.
Strong Crying And Tears
We know Jesus had to battle and overcome the diabolos in himself. This was the whole essence and power and meaning of his victory. Bro. Roberts points out that the mere impulse to do something God had prohibited is not in itself transgression. But the slightest entertaining of, or giving in to, that impulse -- even only in thought -- is transgression.
Woman, Why Weepest Thou?
Three elderly women, standing by the cross, witnessed that almost unendurable scene of agony and shame, with hopeless bewilderment and disappointed faith. Faith and Hope had fled, but Love remained.
BIBLE vs. EVOLUTION:
Evolution, Science and The Bible, H.W. Hathaway --This book was written to expose evolution: in order that thinking people who have become enanoured with it may be induced to -- think again.
The Bible Today And You -- A Modern Reconsideration, By H.W. Hathaway
The Truth About God And the Bible by Robert Roberts
The Vegetable In The Witness Box By Islip Collyer, 1922
MISCELLANOUS
BIBLE STUDY AIDS Includes Maps, Charts, Color Drawings and Photos, Bible Insert Reproductions
PDF Files done on each item for flexible viewing. You'll want to check back often to see additions
The Gospel And Sex by Dr. J. Allfree and H. Tennant
"The writers of this booklet invite you to look at 'sex', as our modern jargon has it, through the eyes of the Bible ... we are convinced that there is no better point of view ... no surer way to a happy, healthy courtship, marriage and family life. The Bible knows its subject and there is every reason why it should."
|
