Durham, James
Durham Bundle - The Scandal of Undisciplined Disciples + The Scandal of Stumbling Blocks (Durham)
The Scandal of Church Divisions: Healing the Wounds of Schism
Although Christians must be willing to stand up for what is right and true within the church, they also must take the apostolic warning seriously—“that there be no divisions among you” (1 Cor. 1:10). In The Scandal of Church Divisions, James Durham helps us discern what division is, the causes which breed and foster it, and the evil effects which ordinarily flow from it. He then proceeds for the greater part of the treatise to address our duty in reference to division and the suitable remedies aimed to restore unity among several areas of discord. Now presented in modern English, Durham’s classic treatment on divisiveness can be used to edify a new generation of peacemakers who join their prayers and efforts with that of the great Head of the church, “That they all may be one” (John 17:21).
The Scandal of False Teaching: Combating the Plague of Error
In his letter to the churches in Revelation, Jesus rebukes Pergamum for tolerating dangerous errors. In The Scandal of False Teaching, James Durham uncovers the danger of false teaching and the ways that it threatens the body. With care and precision, Durham helps us identify the seriousness of doctrinal errors and understand how to correct them. Ministers and lay church members will learn how to work together to defend Christ’s church against wolves in the flock. Now presented in modern English with discussion questions, Durham’s classic treatment on doctrinal error can be used to edify a new generation.
The Scandal of Undisciplined Disciples: Making Church Discipline Edifying
Mention church discipline, and people often react in discomfort. But Jesus made discipline a test of whether a church meets His approval. In The Scandal of Undisciplined Disciples, Scottish Presbyterian James Durham helps us see how God uses discipline to purify the Church and restore His children, answering common questions about its nature and practice. Updated into modern English, Durham’s classic treatment on the importance of church discipline can now help a new generation embrace this God-ordained practice.
The Scandal of Stumbling Blocks: Avoiding Spiritual Harm
Have you ever considered the seriousness of causing someone else to stumble? That is, to hinder someone’s spiritual wellbeing.
Does it surprise you that the apostle Paul describes it as evil (Rom. 14:20)?
In The Scandal of Stumbling Blocks, James Durham helps us to consider the matter deeply by defining the nature of stumbling as well as showing its serious consequences. He looks in considerable detail at different kinds of stumbling and identifies the ways that people can stumble and be stumbled. Durham provides practical advice for avoiding and preventing offense.
Now edited in modern English, Durham’s classic treatment on considerate Christianity can be used to edify a new generation.