The Porter-Dugger Debate -

Description: YOU ARE BIDDING ON THE PORTER-DUGGER DEBATEA Written Discussion on the Sabbath and the Lord's Day The Porter-Dugger Debate was a written discussion on the Sabbath and the Lord’s Day. It took place between Andrew N. Dugger and W. Curtis Porter. While the exact date of the written debate is not precisely known, it likely occurred between 1933 and 1940. The debate covered two propositions:The Scriptures teach that the seventh day of the week, as a Christian Sabbath, is enjoined upon God’s people in this age of the world.The Scriptures teach that the first day of the week, as a day of worship, is enjoined upon God’s people in this age of the world. This classic exchange provides insights into the Sabbath-Sunday debate from both sides of the question. Andrew N. Dugger, a prominent leader of the Church of God (Seventh Day), engaged in spirited dialogue with W. Curtis Porter, a Church of Christ minister In the Porter-Dugger Debate, Andrew N. Dugger and W. Curtis Porter engaged in a written discussion on the Sabbath and the Lord’s Day. Here are the main arguments presented by each side: Andrew N. Dugger (Pro-Sabbath): Sabbath Observance: Dugger argued that the seventh day (Saturday) is the biblical Sabbath, and it remains binding upon Christians. He cited passages like Genesis 2:2-3 and Exodus 20:8-11 as evidence. Continuity: Dugger believed that the Sabbath was instituted at creation and continued throughout biblical history, including the New Testament era.Historical Precedent: He pointed to early Christian practices and the example of Jesus observing the Sabbath.W. Curtis Porter (Pro-Lord’s Day): Sunday Worship: Porter contended that the first day of the week (Sunday) replaced the Sabbath as the day of Christian worship. He cited passages like Acts 20:7 and 1 Corinthians 16:2.Resurrection: Porter emphasized that Sunday commemorates Jesus’ resurrection, making it significant for Christian worship. Apostolic Practice: He argued that the apostles met on the first day of the week, which set a precedent for Sunday worship.The debate provided valuable insights into differing perspectives on Sabbath observance and the Lord’s Day within Christianity. Volume is a paperback in good condition, normal shelf wear. The book was a gift and is inscribed on the title page. Contains 233 pages.

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