David T. Crum - Institute of Christianity and Warfare (Page 2)

The Childhood Influences of Stonewall Jackson

"Eventually becoming a Presbyterian as an adult, Jackson held firmly to the Providential view of God, noting that nothing occurred in life without God’s blessing, guidance, and will. We can argue that Providence further shaped Jackson into the man he became." - David T. Crum

Stonewall Jackson 4 min read

Braveheartedness: A Core Tenet in Reformed Teachings

"My religious belief teaches me to feel as safe in battle as in bed. God has fixed the time for my death. I do not concern myself about that, but to be always ready, no matter when it may overtake me.” - Gen. Stonewall Jackson

Devotional 3 min read

We the people: Patriotism and a Christian principle

"The first Declaration of Independence was put forth by the Presbyterians of Mecklenburg, N.C., and the first religious body to speak out in favor of separation from Great Britain was the Presbyterian Synod of Philadelphia." - R.C. Reed

Patriotism 3 min read

Is God involved in war?

“He saves or he destroys in any way he pleases, by the strong or by the weak; by friend or by foe; when danger is seen, and when it is unseen. He sends an army of men, or an army of caterpillars to punish a guilty nation.” - William S. Plumer

Biblical Studies 3 min read

George W. Truett: Defending Thy Neighbor

"Very well; wherever in all the world there’s anybody who needs you and me, there’s our neighbor." - George W. Truett

George W. Truett 4 min read

Oliver Cromwell: Providence, War, and Christianity

“Oliver not only desired a faithful preacher for his soldiers but required them to observe a Christian behavior and an exact discipline.” - Jean-Henri Merle d’Aubigné

Oliver Cromwell 3 min read

The Christian Courage and Bravery of Stonewall Jackson

"With men falling dead all around him and fire growing hotter and hotter, he was always in perfect possession of his faculties and his mind was clear under all circumstances. It has been said that Jackson was at his best when enveloped in fire and smoke." - John Richardson

Stonewall Jackson 8 min read

The Confederate Army and God

"Robert E. Lee would go down in Confederate history as the ultimate Christian soldier, an outcome that would have surprised the young Lee, who faithfully attended services and prayed, but also fretted about his sinfulness and waited until age forty-six to join the Episcopal Church." - George Rable

U.S. Civil War 22 min read

WWII: Wounded Soldier Says Cheer Up to His Parents

"The people over here don’t have that [freedom]. And if we boys had not come over here and fought, you at home, would not have that either. I have seen many homes with people in them blown to pieces. Charles and Robert would not allow such things to happen to you." - Sgt. James Hester

World War II 1 min read

Rev. William S. Plumer: Union Traitor or Faithful Preacher?

"Plumer was no heretic, nor was he disloyal to his country. He was a passionate theologian who remained consistent in his beliefs and teachings." - David T. Crum

U.S. Civil War 7 min read