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“Let us hold fast the confession of our hope without wavering” (Hebrews 10:23)
The Presbyterian Church in Scotland has long associated itself with a Confession of Faith as its...
The Puritan Board
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Seeking Help in Preparing for Sovereignty Debate
Hello,
Next week I'll be debating via livestream a friend of mine, and fellow alumni of Liberty University, on the resolution "Nothing happens except by God's decree." I am affirmative, he is negative. I define the topic as Calvin does in Institutes Ch. 1.16.4. - ". . . is not one by which the Deity, sitting idly in heaven, looks on at what is taking place in the world, but one by... -
Christian Trends
Does anyone else find Christian social media trends disturbing?
Here's a few examples:
1. Sharing how much they're loved by their spouse as if sharing it on social media is the way we determine if that's the case.
2. Informing the world how smart or godly their children are.
3. Sharing random dialogues with their spouse or children.
4. Sharing photos that are sensual and private (kissing,... -
What are main Differences between the 1689 and Modern RB?
I am trying to get a handle on the different flavors within Covenant theology, and so what would be any major differences on how 1689 and the modern RB see Covenant theology worked out? -
Boring church service?
How would you respond to those who say that your church services are boring and that 'they don't feel God?'
I have had people say that before and our church is more MacArthur-esque, Grace church type. I am not looking for witty comments but, deep insightful thoughts on how to have an intelligent conversation who seems to like the Pentecostal, stereotypical 'black church'... -
New book on NPP
I found a new book critiquing the NPP by a Reformed author!
https://www.amazon.com/Cracking-Fou...=sr_1_1?s=books&ie=UTF8&qid=1500913791&sr=1-1 -
Reformed African American audio
What are some Reformed African American churches, especially if they have audio available? -
What were the essential difference between Nevin and Hodge on the Lords Supper?
I regularly read D. G Harts blog Old Life, and he ocasionaly brings up John Williamson Nevin. I did some research on Nevin, and I've become pretty interested in his views on the Lords Supper. I'm considering ordering his book "The Mystical Presance" as well as D. G Harts biography of Nevin. I see that Nevin and Charles Hodge vigorously debated the issue. What were the main differences between... -
How many children do you plan to have?
Or do you plan at all? My wife and I have a daughter (2 years old) and definitely want more children. Did you have an idea of how many you wanted (Lord Willing) or none at all?
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Confessions & Creeds Why A Confession Of Faith?
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Theology Doctrine
"That we should no longer be children, tossed to and fro and carried about with every wind of doctrine…” (Ephesians 4:14)
Many people today react negatively to the words, “theology” and “doctrine.” They are said to involve dry, irrelevant matters, which have no bearing on real life. If that... -
Book Reviews Singing The Lord's Song In A Strange Land
By Matthew Winzer
Originally published in Credo Quarterly, March 2002. Republished first on PB here.
(See handling of the topic of the regulative principle of worship in...