For doubters, skeptics & Any Who may be seeking

The Bible: God's Book, or Man's? excerts by Loraine Boettner. Though the Bible, above all other books, has been targeted for extinction because it tells the truth about man and his rebellion against his Maker, it's claim to be God's inspired words to the human race has never been disproved.

God Still Speaks by Keith Comparetto.  The true God has been rejected by the masses in every age, but still gives individuals a choice.

Messiah's Easy Yoke and Rest for the Weary, by John Newton (author of "Amazing Grace"). Two Salvation sermons that feature Newton's tender, welcoming invitation to Jesus Christ.

The Spirit of the Age, and Why We Do Not Follow It, by Keith Comparetto. People of faith have always been scoffed at by "moderns"; however, "modern" always becomes outdated, while the Bible remains up to date as a witness against the ungodly and his schemes.

For those who may "believe" but are unsure if They Are Christians

Are You A Christian? by Keith Comparetto.  A short tract challenging today's popular misconceptions.

What is a Christian? by Keith Comparetto. We believe the modern church, in its eagerness to bring in the masses during a time of increasing godlessness and secularism (certainly a worthy motive), has weakened its influence in the world by not giving a careful, scriptural answer to the most basic question of all: "What is a true Christian"? Challenge your heart by considering, in thumbnail excerpts from many of the writings on our site, how the Bible and the greatest Christian writers and Confessions answer this important question.

Healed or Deluded -- Which?  by C.H. Spurgeon.  A challenge to consider one's fruit in determining their spiritual condition.  (.pdf file)

Messiah's Easy Yoke and Rest for the Weary, two Salvation sermons by John Newton (author of "Amazing Grace") which feature Newton's tender, welcoming invitation to Jesus Christ, along with his sound, Reformed biblical doctrine. Slightly modernized and abridged.

The Miracle of Conversion by Richard Baxter.   One by one, Baxter takes on the exuses people give for refusing to follow Jesus Christ. This excerpt is from his excellent work, A Call to the Unconverted, published in 1657. Read entire book in modern English.

The Narrow Gate by John Bunyan. The author of Pilgrim's Progress offers here a sobering discussion of Jesus' words of warning in Matthew chapter 7. Abridged and slightly modernized. Read extended excerpts.

Pressing into the Kingdom of God, A classic sermon by Jonathan Edwards on what has become a forgotten biblical concept today: the focus and attention required of those who seek the Kingdom of God. This is our slightly modernized and abridged version.

An excerpt from A Treatise on Religious Affections by Jonathan Edwards. Edwards argues from reason and from Scripture that true religion can only be that which profoundly moves the affections. The full version is perhaps Edwards greatest work, one which should be read especially by all who participate in Christian ministry of any kind.

Saving Faith (excerpts) by A.W. Pink. Pink challenges many long- and dearly-held assumptions about faith, belief, assurance, and the practice and consequences of modern evangelism. Read entire book.

Test Yourselves! by Keith Comparetto.  A look at the book of 1 John as a series of tests of true salvation.

Thoughts on Repentance, Conversion and Assurance by C.H. Spurgeon.  A challenge to professors to examine their claims. 

True Conversion by George Whitefield.  An urgent call to professing Christians to examine the genuineness of their faith.

What is Biblical Repentance? by H.A. Ironside.  True salvation results in lifelong repentance and a deepening sense of one's sinfulness, not a life of spiritual apathy and backsliding.

On the Christian Life

The Blessedness of Possessing Nothing by A.W. Tozer.  An antidote for the hedonism and materialism of our day. 

An Encouragement to Prayer by Thomas Brooks, from his classic Puritan work on Prayer, The Secret Key to Heaven.

Experiential Christianity by John Owen.  Owen, one of our greatest theologians, found the wonderful unity between true Christian belief and Christian experience to be an indispensible fact of the life of faith.

Following Hard After God by A.W. Tozer.  Challenging words for a self-centered generation.

How Christ Teaches Contentment, from The Rare Jewel of Christian Contentment by Jeremiah Burroughs, one of the great Puritan classics on finding contentment in the Christian life. Slightly modernized.

A Prayer for the Nation by Thomas Brooks. Though written in the 1600's, Brooks' spiritual look at his native England should remind all of us to pray for our own country.

The World:  A Source of Great Danger to the Soul by J.C. Ryle.  A love of the world may indicate not only the loss of special rewards in heaven. Ryle is always challenging and to the point.

Suppose an Unholy Man Went to Heaven by J.C. Ryle.  An appeal to unholy "Christians" to consider whether they are ready for the heaven they say they desire.

On the Church and its Message

Arminianism and Evangelism from The Forgotten Spurgeon by Iain Murray.  A clear explanation of the deficiencies of modern evangelism as compared to the more Biblical view of Spurgeon and Calvinism.  Used by the kind permission of Banner of Truth Books and Iain Murray.

A Biblical Study of the Church: Its Nature and Ministry by Dr. Ewald B. Pointner (.pdf format).

The Church's New Mission: Entertaining the Masses by C.H. Spurgeon.  Spurgeon takes issue with what was a new trend in the late 1800's but which now has completely taken over the modern church.

The Cross:  New vs. Old by A.W. Tozer.  Has the modern church "dumbed down" the reqiurements of the Cross of Christ, and by whose authority?

The Life Cycle of a Local Church by Keith Comparetto. Most of us have seen it over and over: a church that appeared vibrant and strong becoming bloated, worldly and spiritually complacent. Here are some possible reasons why, and guidelines for preventing it.

Puritan Evangelism, by J.I. Packer. Though Calvinists (which defines nearly all of the puritans) are often accused of having little concern for evangelism or for the lost, Packer shows how that view is a complete mischaracterization of the Calvinistic tradition.

Speaking Evil of Dignitaries, by Keith Comparetto. The modern practice of making negative examples of the saints in the Bible who are given to us as examples of great faith may make us feel better about ourselves, but done without proper humility, it may be tearing down those whom God has raised up for our edification. Just something to think about.

What is the Church? by Keith Comparetto.  Is it a building? a denomination? A human institution or a divine one? Some biblical considerations that may challenge some modern notions.

What is "Fundamentalism," and What's Wrong With It? As modern social media can now so quickly bring the flaws of Christian fundamentalist pastors and churches into the public eye, there must be a willingness within the ranks to assess biblically the entire historical movement, and make necessary corrections.

On doctrine: What the Bible Teaches

Excerpts from A Treatise on Religious Affections by Jonathan Edwards. In this excerpt from his recollections of the Great Awakening revival of the 1730's-40's, Edwards presents biblical evidence for the importance of the affections in all true relligion. We can almost guarantee this piece will challenge you, bless you, or both.

Divine Election Illustrated from the Parable of the Great Supper by Asahel Nettleton. Nettleton, one of America's greatest (but all too forgotten) evangelists, shows God's sovereign, electing grace as it is evident in this great parable found in Luke chapter 14.

Frequently Asked Questions about Faith Bible Church. Our faith and practice, including issues of salvation & assurance; worship in the church; creeds and denominations; Calvinism and the Doctrines of Grace; the end times, and more.

What Are the "Doctrines of Grace" ? Those who describe themselves as "evangelical Christians" have grown in number over the last several decades, adding many new faces to the ranks of a very old and distinguished heritage. But many have little idea of the great doctrines that have defined and guided that evangelical heritage. To challenge your thinking and find out where YOU stand on some of the most important issues of the faith, take the "test" and then read read our comments following.

What is a Christian? by Keith Comparetto. We believe the modern church, in its eagerness to bring in the masses during a time of increasing godlessness and secularism (certainly a worthy motive), has weakened its influence in the world by not giving a careful, scriptural answer to the most basic question of all: "What is a true Christian"? Challenge your heart by considering, in thumbnail excerpts from many of the writings on our site, how the Bible and the greatest Christian writers and Confessions answer this important question.

What is the Gospel?  by Keith Comparetto.  An in-depth look at the Gospel that was really preached by Christ and the Apostles, how it has been compromised in the last 150 years, and how one can determine if he has received the true faith that was once delivered to the saints.

What Shall We Think of the Carnal Christian? by Ernest C. Reisinger.  Brief but clear explanation of what is biblically wrong with the "carnal Christian" doctrine.  Also available in booklet form from Banner of Truth books.

What's Wrong with Modern Evangelism excerps by A.W. Pink.  A second look at modern evangelistic methods that have filled the churches with those who profess but may not possess.