Baptist Church discipline

Changes in Baptist Church Discipline  This article is an excerpt taken from the book, Notes on the Baptist Principles and practices of Baptist Churches, written by Baptist Minister Francis Wayland (1796-1865). In this article he records some of his concerns about the changes in  Baptist Church discipline in his day. Although he was identified with the Fullerites of the 1800's, he shows some concerns that the Baptist have gone to far in their changes in several areas. This article addresses the changes in Baptist Discipline that he recognized.

The question has been asked   Which has given the Primitive Baptist the most trouble - failing to teach and uphold the doctrine of grace or failing to teach and uphold the doctrine of discipline and practice, as taught by Christ and the Apostles?  by C. M. Mills (deceased) 

The Duty and Authority of the Church The church has the authority and indeed the duty to maintain Godly discipline and defend against false doctrine and practices. By Elder Claude Mckee

Discipleship
Proof of Discipleship It is only as we devote our hearts and lives to acts of kindness and love to our brethren that we can be distinguished as true disciples.  by Elder Ralph Harris 

Misc
Dead Wood   The scriptures say that man who abideth not in the vine is cast forth as a branch. He will not leave on his own accord   By Elder Marty Hoogasian