Warfields the religious life of theological students is a classic that shows the importance, for those preparing for the ministry, to grow both as scholars and in the holiness of their walk with god. Warfields chapters on the cessation of miraculous gifts, edward irvine and his followers, faith hea. A series of lectures on counterfeit miracles given in 1917 to 1918. Benjamin breckinridge warfield 18871921 was professor of didactic and polemic theology in the theological seminary of princeton, new jersey. And the hints in the rest of his letters and in the book of acts require us, accordingly, to look upon this beautiful picture of christian worship as one which would be true to life for any of the numerous congregations planted by the. Warfield dr bames is parttime lecturer in religious studies for the depart ment of philosophy and politics at the university of ulster, coleraine. Soon after marrying annie pearce kinkead, who was also from noble stock, the newlyweds journeyed to leipzig. Read the cessation of the charismata of counterfeit miracles from author benjamin breckinridge warfield. Counterfeit miracles, benjamin breckinridge warfield, christian. Warfield s classic book primarily provides an overview through history historical evidence of what he sees as various periods of the nonoperation, and thus cessation, of certain spiritual gifts. While his writing touched on the full spectrum of theological topics, it was spread over hundreds of periodicals, books, and. Very dense and hard to scratch the surface if youre not willing to sit at the feet of warfield and dig deep and think hard about what he is saying. On the cessation of the charismata hopefaithprayer. The signs which accompanied his ministrywere but the trailing clouds of glory which he brought from heaven.
Counterfeit miracles warfield reformation heritage books. He begins, well, at the beginning, with the new testament and the apostolic age. Notes, counterfeit miracles, benjamin breckinridge warfield. Warfields classic book primarily provides an overview through history historical evidence of what he sees as various periods of the nonoperation, and. While he defended biblical inerrancy, warfield was also a cautious, discriminating, but entirely candid proponent of the possibility of evolution. White has also been an elder of phoenix reformed baptist church in phoenix, az, since 1998. Counterfeit miracles kindle edition by warfield, b. A series of lectures on counterfeit miracles given in to the book is divided up. He served as the last principal of the princeton theological seminary from 1886 to 1902. Originally delivered as an address at the autumn conference at princeton theological seminary, october. Warfield deployed a similar vocabulary in a discussion of miracles that he published at about the same time. Counterfeit miracles by warfield, benjamin breckinridge, 18511921. Counterfeit miracles shows the danger of false claims to the possession of miraculous gifts claims which have repeatedly been made both by the church of rome and by groups within protestantism.
Possible ex library copy, thatll have the markings and stickers associated from the library. With brilliant academic precision, warfield relegates miracles to. Warfields book counterfeit miracles the puritan board. Warfield, a key figure in conservative american presbyterianism. Read roman catholic miracles of counterfeit miracles from author benjamin breckinridge warfield. In particular, he discusses speaking in tongues, prophecy, and healing, and outlines the relationship between the function and purpose of prayer in relation to the other gifts of the spirit. The cessation of the charismatapatristic and mediaeval marvelsroman catholic miraclesirvingite giftsfaithhealingmindcure. Benjamin breckinridge warfield quotes author of the plan of.
But with his breadth of vision warfield also saw the danger of false claims to the possession of miraculous gifts claims which have repeatedly been made both by the church of rome and by groups within protestantism. Find more christian classics for theology and bible study at bible study tools. And the hints in the rest of his letters and in the book of acts require us, accordingly. When our lord came down to earth he drew heaven with him. May contain limited notes, underlining or highlighting that does affect the text.
Warfield 18511921, a staunch defender of biblical inerrancy, succeeded a. Warfields witness remains a powerful influence in mainstream christianity simply because no successor has attained to his eminence as a biblical theologian. Warfield was a worldrenowned theologian who taught at princeton seminary for almost 34 years until his death on february 16, 1921. Counterfeit miracles, faith and life, biblical doctrines, the saviour of the world, and studies in theology. Benjamin warfields book on the cessation of miracles with the close of apostolic revelation in. Warfield prior to his death in 1921 was considered to be one of the three outstanding living. Warfield was a conservative critic of much religious revivalism that was popular in america at the time. Counterfeit miracles benjamin breckinridge warfield. Benjamin breckinridge warfield 18511921 was undoubtedly one of the greatest reformed theologians in the history of america. Benjamin breckinridge warfield november 5, 1851 february 16, 1921 was the principal of princeton seminary from 1887 to 1921. There was a note inside indicating to me that these books were samples that i would have at my disposal, that i might familiarize myself with the works that were published by the company. He believed that the teachings and experience of this movement were too subjective and therefore too shallow for deep christian faith.
Counterfeit miracles paperback 1986 by warfield bb author see all formats and editions hide other formats and editions. The thomas smyth lectures for 19171918, delivered at the columbia theological seminary, columbia, south carolina, october 410, 1917. After the death of warfield in office, francis landey patton took over the functions of the office as the first. Chapters on the cessation of the charismata, edward irving and. The imperfections of perfectionism ligonier ministries. Many people are aware of his famous books, like the inspiration and authority of the bible. Warfields classic book primarily provides an overview through history historical evidence of what he sees as various periods of the nonoperation, and thus cessation, of certain spiritual gifts. This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the original. Warfield on the cessation of the charismata to careful analysis. Warfield, biblical inerrancy, and evolution articles. Buy a cheap copy of counterfeit miracles book by benjamin breckinridge warfield.
Benjamin breckinridge warfield quotes author of the plan. Warfield, 9780851511665, available at book depository with free delivery worldwide. The nt refers to spiritual gifts in the ordinary and extraordinary senses with god as the source. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders. Roman catholic miracles, counterfeit miracles, benjamin. Jul 03, 2019 jose rated it really liked it oct 30, warfield, a key figure in conservative american presbyterianism. Stevevets rated it it was amazing oct 07, but the theological reason warfield gives for the cessation of miracles was that miracles was a sign to confirm the apostles authority and their revelation. This book is good for those who are rather sceptical about the miracles that have been propounded in history. So the ot prophets and the nt apostles are under the same infallible footing, as their spoken and recorded words were inspired by god, but those with gift of prophecy were not to be used for any instruction, teaching, or doctrine, correct. Accessories such as cd, codes, toys, may not be included. As professor of didactic and polemic theology at princeton university, he wrote extensively in defense of fundamental christian doctrines. From a historical standpoint, the book puts forward a good argument. He responds to warfields argument by a pointing to patterns of biblical teaching that challenge his interpretation and b by addressing what seems to be warfields primary worry regarding eternal generation and eternal procession.
If one or more works are by a distinct, homonymous authors, go ahead and split the author. Counterfeit miracles by benjamin breckinridge warfield. Due to its age, it may contain imperfections such as marks, notations, marginalia and flawed. Benjamin breckinridge warfield november 5, 1851 february 16, 1921 was professor of theology at princeton seminary from 1887 to 1921. There are nonmiraculous gracious gifts and the greatest gifts of faith, love and hope. The inspiration and authority of the bible warfield the inspiration and authority of the bible warfield.
Counterfeit miracles book by benjamin breckinridge warfield. Counterfeit miracles benjamin breckinridge warfield more than sixty years after his death, b. Quotes about god quotes to live by bible quotes bible verses jesus quotes scriptures cool words wise words a course in miracles. The inspiration and authority of the bible warfield the inspiration and authority of the bible warfield author. What is the relationship between miracles and divine revelation.
Reviewed in the united states on february 18, 2015. This book is based on a series of lectures on counterfeit miracles that warfield delivered at union seminary in south carolina in 1918. His book counterfeit miracles advocated cessationism over and against miracles after the time of the apostles. Counterfeit miracles 9780851511665 by benjamin warfield. He is the author of more than 20 books and has engaged in numerous moderated debates. Warfield and evolution american presbyterian church. Kim riddlebarger posts an excerpt from his dissertation giving an overview of b. And how does gods revelation through miracles differ from his revelation through spiritual gifts, or other means. But as we see him issue from the grave we see ourselves issue with him in newness of life. During their stay in europe an event occurred that would forever change the warfields lives. This would eliminate miracles and further creative activity. But what most people dont know is that in 1876, at the age of twenty.
In particular, he discusses speaking in tongues, prophecy, and healing, and outlines the relationship between the function and purpose of prayer in relation. In counterfeit miracles, warfield weighs in on the role of miracles in jesus ministry and the place of spiritual gifts in the church. A defense of divine miracles against pagan, medieval, and modern marvels, the trinity foundation, 2007. Hodge as professor of systematic theology at princeton seminary, where he served for 30 years. Perfectionism, at least in its manifestation in modern protestantism, traces its roots to john wesley, who taught that sanctification can be entire and complete in this life. This concept is the lynchpin of warfields thought on this subject. He is considered the last great princeton theologian before the split in 1929 that formed westminster seminary and the orthodox presbyterian church.
As a prolific writer and accomplished scholar, warfield defended reformed confessionalism against the extremes of nineteenth century modernist and revivalist theology, and defined the parameters of theological method for the twentieth century. Spine creases, wear to binding and pages from reading. Glover, who considers that it has been demonstrated that the book is a work of fiction, points out 56 that it was fiction as uncle toms cabin was fiction, and wrought even more powerfully. Read notes of counterfeit miracles from benjamin breckinridge warfield. Counterfeit miracles by warfield, benjamin breckinridge, 1851. The inspiration and authority of the bible warfield.
Warfields witness remains a powerful influence in mainstream christianity simply because no. For works about warfield, see the bibliography page books. Warfield, one of the most accomplished theologians of the twentieth century, professor at princeton seminary, and prolific systematic theologian, expresses once again the skepticism commanded by christ. Warfield sought to perform his work at princeton as a continuation of the spirit and theological contours of charles hodges legacy. Warfields book counterfeit miracles it occurred to me recently that this book was published 100 years ago this year, in 1918. It is a highly informative and thorough study and examination of the phenomenon of miracles from the time of christ to his immediate present age whereby he refutes that miracles continues to occur today but has effectively ceased with the closure of the apostolic age. Sep 10, 2011 the banner of truth trust, 1972, 327 pgs.
The cessation of the charismata, counterfeit miracles. Studies in theology contains articles by warfield on a wide and fascinating variety of themes. In biblical doctrines warfield reveals his mastery of such subjects as the doctrines of the trinity, the person and work of christ, redemption and faith. The 21 essays in this volume provide a glorious kaleidoscope of warfield s written ministry. He locates warfields argument within the historicaltheological trajectory of which it is a part. Publication date 1918 topics miracles, spiritual healing publisher. Warfield ranks among americas greatest theologians and reformed theologys most ardent defenders. A citadel of undiluted truth, counterfeit miracles by warfield challenges the unhistorical assertions, popularly propounded today. Although justly famed for his landmark defense of the divine inspiration and authority of scripture, b.
B download it once and read it on your kindle device, pc, phones or tablets. Counterfeit miracles by benjamin breckinridge warfield goodreads. Jun 23, 2018 this book is based on a series of lectures on counterfeit miracles that warfield delivered at union seminary in south carolina in 1918. We must always be accepted for christs sake, or we cannot ever be accepted at all.
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