True saving faith rests on the sufficiency of Christ. How do we know this? Based on Article 22 of the Belgic Confession this article explains the nature of saving faith as resting on the finished work of Christ.

It is only in Christ that believers are declared righteous. How do we know this? Based on Article 23 of the Belgic Confession this article explains the meaning of justification as to its nature, basis, necessity, and how it relates to faith. 

The one who is justified by God will bring forth fruits. How do we know this? Based on Article 24 of the Belgic Confession this article explains the meaning of sanctification as to its nature, necessity, its relation to justification. It also addresses the question of rewards of good works.

The ceremonial law was fulfilled by Christ. How do we know this? Based on Article 25 of the Belgic Confession this article explains the significance of the ceremonial law and the manner in which it pointed to Christ. It shows how Christ as the High Priest fulfilled the ceremonial law with focus given to the Sabbath and Lord’s Day. 

Christ is the Mediator. How do we know this? Based on Article 26 of the Belgic Confession this article explains the work of Christ’s intercession. It explains the nature and necessity of Christ’s work as our Intercessor. 

Christ’s church is one, holy, and catholic. How do we know this? Based on Article 27 of the Belgic Confession this article explains the essence of the church by explaining the names used for the church and the attributes of the church. 

Church membership is not an option but a must. How do we know this? Based on Article 28 of the Belgic Confession this article explains that every true believer has the responsibility to seek membership in the true church of Christ and be a living member in that church. 

It is possible to distinguish the true church from the false church. How do we know this? Based on Article 29 of the Belgic Confession this article explains the three marks of the church – true preaching, pure administration of the sacraments, and the exercise of church discipline. 

God is the one who calls office bearers. How do we know this? Based on Article 31 of the Belgic Confession this article explains the calling and election to office, duration term of office bearers, equality among office bearers, and that Christ remains the Head of the church.

Church discipline characterizes the true church of Christ. How do we know this? Based on Article 32 of the Belgic Confession this article explains the nature of church discipline and the purpose of church discipline. 

Sacraments are the means of grace. How do we know this? Based on Article 33 of the Belgic Confession this article explains how sacraments are the means of grace, the number of sacraments, and the purpose of the sacraments. 

The Lord’s Supper is a sign and a seal. How do we know this? Based on Article 35 of the Belgic Confession this article explains the how Holy Communion is both a sign and seal. It discusses the presence of Christ in the Lord’s Supper, then it gives some guidelines as to the when, who, what, and how of the Lord’s Supper. Read on…

The government is the minister of God. How do we know this? Based on Article 36 of the Belgic Confession this article explains the relationship between state ad church, the duty of the government and the responsibility of believers. Read on…

The second coming of Christ will be to bring judgement. How do we know this? Based on Article 37 of the Belgic Confession this article explains three approaches to the coming of Christ – premillennialist, postmillennialist and amillennialist.

Christ governs His church through the office bearers. How do we know this? Based on Article 30 of the Belgic Confession this article explains different approaches to church government, the role of elders and differences between the elders and deacons. It also explains the danger of hierarchy and independentism. 

The Holy Spirit glorifies Christ, this is according to John 16:14. How does He do this? This article offers ways by which the Holy Spirit glorifies Christ.

The work of God cannot be destroyed. This must be a great comfort to the church. How? This article explains how the God’s work is different from man’s work and why God’s work will last, Acts 5:38-39. 

The name Christ means the Anointed One, because Christ is anointed to be our Priest. How do we know this? This article is based on Article 21 of the Belgic Confession which explains the Priesthood of Christ, and how as a Priest, He made a satisfactory payment for our sins through His sacrifice. 

God’s justice and mercy is revealed in Christ. How do we know this? This article which is based on Article 20 of the Belgic Confession explains how in Christ we see God’s mercy and justice revealed. 

Jesus Christ is fully Man and God. How do we know this? This article is based on Article 19 of the Belgic Confession which explains the doctrine of two natures of Christ, while also explaining how Christ who is both Man and God are yet one person. 

Christ is truly man. How do we know this? This article is based on Article 18 of the Belgic Confession which explains the doctrine of the incarnation of Christ with focus on the necessity of the incarnation and its relation to the covenant of grace.

Only God can save man that has fallen into sin. How do we know this? This article is based on Article 17 of the Belgic Confession which explains that in the plan to save man, God displays God’s wisdom and God’s goodness. 

Only those who are elected will be saved. How do we know this? This article is based on Article 16 of the Belgic Confession which explains the doctrine of election and reprobation. 

Man is corrupt by nature. How do we know this? This article is based on Article 15 of the Belgic Confession which explains the doctrine of original sin resulting in the total depravity of man. 

Humans are not what they were meant to be. How do we know this? This article is based on Article 14 of the Belgic Confession which explains the creation of Adam and his fall into sin and the impact it has on all human beings. 

God did not only create, He continues actively to uphold His creation. How do we know this? This article is based on Article 13 of the Belgic Confession which explains the work of God’s providence. 

Creation is the work of God. How do we know this? This article is based on Article 12 of the Belgic Confession which explains that creation both of the visible and non-visible is the work of the Triune God and provides the biblical basis of this with the manner in which God created. 

The Holy Spirit is God and part of the Trinity. How do we know this? Based on Article 11 of the Belgic Confession this article explains the divinity of the Holy Spirit, showing the biblical grounds for the Holy Spirit being part of the Godhead. 

How do we know that Jesus is God? This article considers Article 10 of the Belgic Confession, explaining the divinity of Christ and showing the biblical grounds for that teaching.

How do we know that God is the Trinity? This article considers Article 9 of the Belgic Confession, explaining that God revealed himself in this way. This article gives biblical grounds for this teaching and addresses some errors regarding the teaching of the Trinity.

What does the sufficiency of Scripture mean? This article considers Article 7 of the Belgic Confession, explaining that God’s Word is sufficient for salvation and the Christian life.

What is the place of the apocryphal books in the Christian church? This article considers Article 6 of the Belgic Confession, looking at the difference between canonical books and apocryphal books.

Why is Scripture authoritative? This article considers Article 5 of the Belgic Confession, which confesses the authority of Scripture.

Why do we have sixty-six books of the Bible? From Article 4 of the Belgic Confession this article answers this question by looking at the subject of the canon of Scripture.

This article introduces the Belgic Confession, and then turns to a treatment of Article 1 on knowing God and the attributes of God, of Article 2 on the revelation of God, both his natural revelation and special revelation, and then of Article 3 on the inspiration of Scripture.

How do we know that God is Triune? Based on Article 8 of the Belgic Confession this article explains that God revealed himself in this way. In the Bible, the persons of the Trinity are distinguished by their names, order, and works.

This article is a biography of Gisbertus Voetius, with attention given to his fight for the defence of the truth.

Christian education begins at home. This article explains that it is through parenting that seeds of faith are sown, and God uses this education as means to call children to himself. The article explains both the importance of this education and the manner in which parents should carry out this duty.

Education is a significant means God uses to build his church. This article explains this as the conviction of the Reformers, with focus on Martin Luther, showing that education can be used to build or destroy the church.

This article gives a biography of Wilhelmus à Brakel and his works.

This article gives a biographical overview of Gijsbertus Voetius and the role he played in the Second Reformation or Further Reformation.

This article gives a biographical overview of Hendrick De Cock, with a focus on the role he played in the Secession of 1834 in the Netherlands.

How should you view your children? This article discusses seven things that must shape the way you view the training of children as parents.

The Second Reformation of Further Reformation happened in Holland. This article gives an overview of its history in relation to German Pietism and English Puritanism.

This article explains conversion, including the elements that are essential to conversion: conviction, faith, and repentance.