What was the character and the work of many of the bishops at that time?

Answer

"Worldly-minded bishops, instead of caring for the salvation of their flocks, were often but too much
inclined to travel about, and entangle themselves in worldly concerns." - Neander's "History of the
Christian Religion and Church" (Torrey's translation), Vol. II, page 16.

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What was the special mission of John the Baptist?
In what condition was the world before the Flood?
Why did God make His promise to the seed of Abraham?
What other reason is given for keeping the Sabbath?
What is Spiritualism defined to be?

Questions & Answers are from the book Bible Readings for the Home Circle