The Substance of an Argument Against the Indiscriminate Incorporation of Churches

The Substance of an Argument Against the Indiscriminate Incorporation of Churches by William S. Plumer presents a careful critique of the practice of incorporating churches without discernment or …

The Substance of an Argument Against the Indiscriminate Incorporation of Churches by William S. Plumer presents a careful critique of the practice of incorporating churches without discernment or clear standards. Plumer argues that such indiscriminate incorporation can compromise the spiritual integrity and doctrinal purity of church bodies. He emphasizes the need for accountability, theological soundness, and a commitment to biblical principles in the legal recognition of churches. Rooted in 19th-century Presbyterian thought, the work reflects concerns about church-state relations and the preservation of true gospel witness.