Karlo Janssen

Those Elected Shall Be Appointed

Using Article 3 of the Church Order of the Canadian Reformed Churches, this article looks at the question of women's voting in the election of office-bearers. Attention is given to the textual history of this article.

The Role of Office-Bearers

Office-bearers are given by Christ to his church to equip the saints. This article looks at the biblical foundation for the role of elders and deacons, their qualifications and duties, with texts such as 1 Timothy 3 and Titus 1.

How Faith Is a Gift of God

The truth that faith is a gift of God is a clear biblical teaching. How does God give this faith? This article answers this question.

Denying Yourself for a Field

This article on Matthew 13:44 is about the connection between the treasure of the kingdom and faith in Jesus Christ.

Reformed Churches in the Netherlands An Historical Overview

This article looks at church history with the focus given to the history of the Reformed Churches in the Netherlands.

Proverbs 12:25 - Relieving Anxiety

This article on Proverbs 12:25 is about anxiety, supporting others, and finding peace in the Word of God.

Attention for Ages

This article looks at the small details which God has revealed to us in Scripture about the family of Jacob, showing how God has been gracious in working out His promise to Abraham.

Applying Law

This article is about three approaches to law, and how they can be applied in different situations, specifically in church life/church government.

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