Required reading
Discussions (Vol 2) by Robert L. Dabney (Available from Amazon or free here) - Commence 'Walnut Street Church Decision' by reading up to the paragraph commencing 'II. We now consider the equity of the case.'
My summary
Today's reading is the first part in Dabney's examination of a Supreme Court decision regarding two congregations fighting for a Presbyterian church property.
After giving the background of the matter, Hodge considers the law of the case.
Next week he will consider the equity and righteousness of the principles in question.
What grabbed me
I'm sorry, but as a Baptist this reading is just a reminder of the importance of congregational church government.
If the local church was autonomous and not subject to outside influence, this matter would not have been dragged through the secular courts.
I'll leave it to Presbyterians to discuss the chapter more fully if they wish.
Next week's reading
Conclude 'Walnut Street Church Decision'.
Now it's your turn
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