A Baptist Manual of Polity and Practice

A Baptist Manual of Polity and Practice by Maring, Norman H.. paperback edition. ISBN: 9780817011710.

Written in a clear, contemporary style using inclusive language, Dr. Maring’s unique approach combines fresh insights into the New Testament concept of the church with thoughtful interpretations of Baptist history and tradition. Maring explores hallmarks of Baptist identity, biblical roots of Baptist doctrine, qualifications and responsibilities of church membership, and fresh perspectives on baptism and the theology of the Lord’s Supper. This new edition blends principles of its highly regarded predecessor with dynamic ideas for ministry in the twenty-first century.