A Brief History and Critique of the Altar Call

Johann Arndt's 'True Christianity' is a foundational work that calls Christians to embody their faith through righteous conduct and heartfelt devotion. It emphasizes the necessity of a living and active faith that leads to repentance and a transformed life. The book was originally published in German between 1605 and 1609 and has been widely influential in both Protestant and Catholic devotional literature.

This work, published in 1947, is the first consistently premillennial and dispensational systematic theology ever written. It covers a wide range of theological topics, including bibliology, theology proper, angelology, anthropology, hamartiology, soteriology, ecclesiology, and eschatology. Chafer's work is notable for its completeness and accessibility, making it readable for both scholars and those not formally trained in theology. The eight volumes are highly regarded for their practical and devotional content, as well as their comprehensive treatment of systematic theology.

This sermon, preached by Jonathan Edwards in 1741, is a powerful call to repentance and faith. It vividly describes the horrors of Hell and the wrath of God towards sinners, emphasizing that only God's arbitrary will prevents the wicked from falling into Hell at any moment. Edwards uses biblical scripture and vivid imagery to illustrate the dangers of sin and the importance of seeking salvation through Christ. The sermon was a catalyst for the First Great Awakening and remains a significant work in American theological history.