Ernest Reisinger: A Biography (Thomas)

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Thomas, Geoffrey

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9780851518251

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Banner of Truth Trust

Pages:

262

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Hardcover

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Ernest C. Reisinger, builder, pastor and author, has been described as an ‘unsung hero of the twentieth century renaissance in Reformed theology’. This new biography will open a window into the life and character of a remarkable man.

Readers with an interest in the development of American evangelical Christianity in the twentieth century will find this work a valuable source. A thrilling note pervading the entire narrative is that God alone is glorified in salvation.

Reisinger’s early life, his conversion, war service in the U.S. Navy, business success and call to the pastoral ministry are all described. But here too is the more intimate story of his family life, with its joys and sorrows, and the astonishing influence of his book distribution efforts.

The climax of the story is the role Reisinger has played in helping to call the Southern Baptist Convention, America’s largest Protestant denomination, back to its historical roots.

This book is the record of the outworking of the grace of God in one whose self-description has long been, ‘Not a profitable servant, but a pardoned sinner.’

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Table of Contents:

1.	Carlisle, Pennsylvania	1
2.	The Reisinger Family	7
3.	Elmer Albright	13
4.	The Navy	22
5.	Changes in the Family	33
6.	Expansion in the Business World	37
7.	Origins of Grace Baptist Church, Carlisle	51
8.	New Discoveries in Grace	60
9.	Theological Growth	75
10.	Victorious Christian Living	86
11.	Prayer, Evangelism and Books	95
12.	The Last Decade at Carlisle	108
13.	Westminster Theological Seminary	119
14.	Ordination in Mechanicsburg, Pennsylvania	132
15.	Children	141
16.	A One-Time Prodigal Son	155
17.	The Grandchildren	168
18.	Life Begins in Florida	178
19.	Reformation in North Pompano	189
20.	James Pettigru Boyce	198
21.	The Influence of the Boyce Project	207
22.	The Founders’ Movement	217
23.	Ernest C. Reisinger: Author	227
24.	Still in the Land of the Dying	242
25.	Index of Authors and Titles	257
26.	General Index	260

Endorsements

‘One looks back in awe at his remarkable activity. From it have come missionaries, gospel ministers and strong pillars in numerous churches – all of whom have had in their hearts a fire of zeal for Christ ignited by his personal attention and ministry.’ — WALTER J. CHANTRY

‘Ernie Reisinger has been a mentor, friend and great encourager to me in the ministry. I thank the Lord for his influence in my life.’ — TOM ASCOL