Conscience

Illustration★★★★

On the bell of the First Baptist Church of Providence, Rhode Island, are inscribed these words: For freedom of conscience this town was first planted; Persuasion, not force, was used by the people; This church is the oldest, and has not recanted; Enjoying and granting, bell, temple, and steeple.

The point

An inscription on the bell of the First Baptist Church of Providence, Rhode Island, testifying that the church was founded on freedom of conscience and has never compromised that principle.

Scripture

Romans 14:51 Timothy 1:5

Audience

Adults

Tone

Affirming · Principled · Hopeful

To tell aloud

under a minute · 49 words

Subjects

Heritage Principle Conscience Freedom

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