Sketches From Church History: An Illustrated Account of 20 Centuries of Christ's Power

Book Description

This book outlines the thrilling story of the onward march of the church of Christ from the earliest times to the end of the nineteenth century. It is not a dry-as-dust account of long-forgotten events and controversies, but rather a moving record of those who undertook the adventure of faith before us and through their courage and steadfastness, left an example for the church in every age.

Reading of the exploits of those who have gone before us, through times of prosperity and times of persecution, should stimulate, warn and encourage the church in our own age to persevere in the same path, and obtain the same everlasting reward.

Author

Born in 1899 in Salford, Manchester, Sidney Maurice Houghton was raised in a Christian home, and it was once believed that Houghton would enter the ministry. He served in World War I during its last year in a searchlight unit in France. After returning to England, he was greatly influenced by his in-laws-to-be, who introduced him to the doctrines of grace. He graduated in 1925 from Manchester University, then taught history at Rhyl Grammar School for 35 years. From 1960 until his death, he served as chief literary and editorial advisor for the Banner of Truth Trust. One of S.M. Houghton’s most helpful books is Sketches from Church History, which shares a moving record of the church of Christ from its inception through the end of the nineteenth century, highlighting the courage of believers who have gone before us.

Endorsement

‘If you’re the kind of person who has never read a book on church history, this should be your first one…It’s clear, it goes through everything, he picks up edifying accounts, it’s reliable.’
— Mark Dever

Additional Information

Cover: Paperback
Number of Pages: 256
Publisher: Banner of Truth
Publication Date: December 1, 1980