The 1858 Abstract of Principles

• Introduction
• I. The Scriptures.
• II. God.
• III. The Trinity.
• IV. Providence.
• V. Election.
• VI. The Fall of Man.
• VII. The Mediator.
• VIII. Regeneration.
• IX. Repentance.
• X. Faith.
• XI. Justification.
• XII. Sanctification.
• XIII. Perseverance of the Saints.
• XIV. The Church.
• XV. Baptism.
• XVI. The Lord's Supper.
• XVII. The Lord's Day.
• XVIII. Liberty of Conscience.
• XIX. The Resurrection.
• XX. The Judgment.

VIII. Regeneration.

Regeneration is a change of heart, wrought by the Holy Spirit, who quickeneth the dead in trespasses and sins enlightening their minds spiritually and savingly to understand the Word of God, and renewing their whole nature, so that they love and practice holiness. It is a work of God's free and special grace alone.