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20th Century North American Mennonites wrote several confessions of faith including statements formed in 1921, 1963, and 1964. Edsel Burdge introduces us to the background and writers of these confessions, and he comments on the conditions that lead to their creation. He also explores how these confessions have been received in the Mennonite community.Timestamps:1:44 - 1921 Garden City Fundamentals49:33 - 1963 Mennonite Confession of Faith1:01:20 - 1964 Mennonite Confession of Faith1:20:11 - Distribution and Reception1:25:51 - Writing New StatementsTexts Mentioned:1921 Garden City Fundamentals1963 Mennonite Confession of Faith1964 Mennonite Confession of Faith (print)1964 Mennonite Confession of Faith (online)Manual of Bible Doctrines by Daniel KauffmanBible Doctrines edited by Daniel KauffmanDoctrines of the Bible by Daniel KauffmanIntroduction to Theology by J. C. WengerSeparated unto God by J. C. Wenger“Comparison of the 1921 Garden City Christian Fundamentals and the 1964 Mennonite Confession of Faith” By Edsel BurdgeTogether in the Work of the Lord: A History of the Conservative Mennonite Conference by Nathan YoderIn His Steps by Charles M. SheldonInadequacy of Evolution as a World View by Chester LehmanDealing Redemptively with Those Involved in Divorce and Remarriage Problems by J. C. WengerThis is the 293rd episode of Anabaptist Perspectives, a podcast, blog, and YouTube channel that examines various aspects of conservative Anabaptist life and thought. Sign-up for our monthly email newsletter which contains new and featured content!Join us on Patreon or become a website partner to enjoy bonus content!Visit our YouTube channel or connect on Facebook.Read essays from our blog or listen to them on our podcast, Essays for King JesusSubscribe on your podcast provider of choiceSupport us or learn more at anabaptistperspectives.org.The views expressed by our guests are solely their own and do not necessarily reflect the views of Anabaptist Perspectives or Wellspring Mennonite Church.Mentioned in this episode:Bridge CampaignFor nine years, generous supporters have enabled Anabaptist Perspectives to publish regular, upbuilding content. Essays, episodes, the teaching series of Frank Reed, and this summer, Anabaptist Origins: all released freely across a wide range of platforms.
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