With the rise of an emphasis on the local church, membership and the authority of elders, some have concluded that a church member needs permission from the elders to leave a church. This was the teaching of congregationalism in contrast to presbyterianism during the puritan era.
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The Nature and Method of Secret Prayer by Samuel Lee (1625-1691)
Samuel Lee (1625-1691) was a learned puritan divine and preacher who ministered in both England and New England.
What is prayer? And what is the difference between prayer and secret prayer? What is the best method for secret...
Since our IRL / "in real life" prayer meeting was canceled for this evening due to icy conditions, we're having an online chat prayer meeting at 7 PM CST, Wed., 1/28/09. Contact me for a link if you are interested in participating.
John Owen Butler
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Pastor-teacher
Beal...