David Lipscomb

David Lipscomb was a 19th-century American Christian preacher and educator who founded the Nashville Bible School, now known as Lipscomb University. He emphasized principles of Christian living, personal Bible study, and nonviolence, advocating for a straightforward, Bible-based faith. Lipscomb's teachings promoted peacefulness, moral integrity, and social responsibility, influencing the Churches of Christ and encouraging believers to follow the teachings of Jesus closely. His work helped shape American Christian thought and education, emphasizing ethical conduct and the importance of Scripture in daily life.