Christian Churches and Churches of Christ; Lutz, Henry Frey, 1868-1926 -- Biography; Restoration movement (Christianity)
We must, however, not overlook the important differences between
matters of faith and of opinion. Matters of faith are directly revealed
in the Bible, and upon these all Christians can and must agree as soon
as they get a fair look at them. While matters of opinion, which are
not directly revealed in the Bible, but are inferred from things
revealed, are important, they are not all important, like matters of
faith. But the more we overcome the hindrances to finding truth, of
which we have spoken, the more we will be of the same mind and judgment
in all things. For truth is not divided, and we will all see it alike
in so far as we see clearly. As a rule, we can readily unite on the
most important truths, and therefore on those we need to unite on for
our present duty. While, if, through lack of faith, we turn away from
the clear duty to seek one that is easier, and requires less sacrifice,
we usually become hopelessly divided and thus fail in our effort.
In conclusion, having a clear conception of the baneful and ruinous
effect of differences of opinion, and being aware of the powerful
causes which hinder us from getting at the truth and thus divide us,
let us strive day and night, in prayer and labor, to get the truth
ourselves and to lead others into the truth. For in and through the
truth, we shall, with "one mind" and "one soul," go conquering and to
conquer, in the name of King Jesus, for the enlargement of his kingdom
of love, peace and joy.
PART II.
HOW I FOUND CHRIST'S CHURCH
CHAPTER I.
SCRIPTURAL BAPTISM.
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