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In an age where we are tempted to either be angry, weak, or arrogant; Convictional, Confessional, Cheerful Baptists argues about the importance of holding to Baptist Confessions and distinctives strongly and with a cheerful disposition. In this book, author Nate Akin, a passionate Baptist, delves into Baptist beliefs and how we can hold them well through the lenses of 1 Corinthians 16:13-14. Rooted in his own personal upbringing as a Baptist and theological studies, Akin articulates the importance of holding to Baptist doctrine through the categories of confession, conviction, courage, compassion, and cheerfulness.

In Part 1, “What We Hold Dear and Why,” the focus is on being convictional and confessional from 1 Corinthians 16:13a.

Part 2 is entitled “How Can We Hold These Convictions Well.” In this part, Akin emphasizes the need for courage and compassion in the present hour.

The book concludes by considering how the gospel can make us convictional and cheerful because we are reminded that we are forgiven.