The Secession of 1834

Book Description

This brief volume reflects the love Dr. Arie Baars has for his rich experiential heritage. He gives a clear and concise overview of the important Secession in the Netherlands during the 19th century, which continues to have many implications even beyond the Netherlands. The publisher’s prayer is that the heritage of this history will be embraced in Reformed churches in the twenty-first century for the well-being of Christ’s cause.

Author

Arie Baars was born in Sliedrecht, the Netherlands in 1947. He studied classical languages at the Rijks University in Leiden and obtained his M.Div. from the Theological School of the Christelijke Gereformeerde Kerken at Apeldoorn, the Netherlands, in 1974. He ministered in North America from 1981-1988 in the Free Reformed Church of Dundas, Ontario. His PhD in practical theology was awarded at his alma mater in October 2004, for which he wrote on Calvin and the Trinity. He was subsequently appointed professor of practical theology with the Theological University of Apeldoorn.

Endorsement

“When Hendrik de Cock and Hendrik Peter Scholte took their stand for Reformed truth and godliness in what is known as "the secession of 1834," they knew it would be costly. The Scriptures call us not to be ashamed of God’s Word, but to contend for the faith and to share in suffering for the gospel. in this concise and stirring account you will read of the inspiring examples of men who did precisely that.”
—Dr. Joel R. Beeke, President, Puritan Reformed Theological Seminary

"Here is an important resource especially for those who belong to denominations in North America that trace their roots, directly or indirectly, to this mighty movement of the Spirit in the Netherlands."
—Cornelis Pronk, Emeritus Pastor, Free Reformed Churches of North America

Additional Information

Cover: Softcover
Number of Pages: 69
Publisher: Free Reformed Publications
Publication Date: 2011