It sounds like a strange word: "enmity." Whenever I ask Catechism students what it means, mostly I get blank looks. It seems that we don't talk about enmity so much nowadays. When I tell them it means "hostility" and shares the same root word as "enemy," they start to get the picture. If a person feels enmity toward someone else, then they regard him as an enemy. There is hatred between them. Enemies are on opposite sides of a battle.

"Have you followed the way of Matthew 18?" That question has stopped a number of people in their tracks. Someone approaches a person in authority with concerns about the conduct of someone under their charge and often the first response is: "Did you go and talk with so-and-so? I can't do anything until you've taken the steps of Matthew 18. That's the Christian way, you know." Oh. That usually ends the conversation and the concerned person walks away feeling guilty, frustrated, and in­timidated.

This article offers a synopsis of the discussion on speaking in tongues, including whether this gift in the early church still exists today.

How would you define "Reformed"? This article clarifies what the term is all about, that it has to do with re-forming according to the teachings of Scripture, in all aspects of life, including worship and church government.

This article shows that as Christians we have to develop healthy fear.

Love for Christ's church, educating yourself, guarding against errors and abuse, getting engaged in church life, and keeping your promise are the reasons that must make you read the Acts of Synod, since a synod is a gathering of churches of which you are a member.

This article shows that the biblical testimony about inspiration is not limited to ideas the Bible teaches or to God’s intentions, but to every written word that comes from God. This is important for the reliability of scripture.

It is in the church that the reality of sin and the fight against sin is acknowledged. This article shows that this makes the church a home for those struggling with same-sex attraction. The right attitude and the desire to express Christ’s love are what is needed to help those struggling with homosexuality.

The fact that churches work with so many committees poses the danger that the church may be ruled by these committees. This can happen when church councils neglect their duty and when information is manipulated by the church committee members. However, when committees remember that they are servants and are accountable to the church council, their service will be of benefit to the church.

This article mourns the sad reality of abortion which occurs among Christians. The desire for pleasure and the feeling of fear can lead young people to abortion. By creating a Christian home which is saturated by grace, there can be room for honesty, confession, repentance and genuine forgiveness.

Sexting – the act of sending sexually explicit photos or messages between cell phones - is becoming a trend among young people in the church. Sext is against God’s command for purity. This article shows that parents can play a role by guiding their children in using texting, and by holding them accountable.

This article shows how Christian women can enjoy the freedom from their sins that they receive in Christ by learning to live a life that is pleasing to Christ. This frees them from any pressure to impress or false guilt, and allows them to live out their calling at home and church.

Should women be alowed to vote for officebearers? This author maintains that only men should vote. The decision not to let women vote should not be taken personally. Voting men in the church represent the whole church; this is in line with our biblical example.

This article gives a Christian perspective on the struggle of weight, eating habits and health. This is not only a physical struggle, but also a spiritual one. Healthy weight loss or gain should be motivated by stewardship of the body.

God forgives us, and likewise we must imitate God by forgiving one another. We must be eager to forgive. But what if there is no repentance? Can reconciliation then still take place?

This article reflects on the calling of a minister to a different church. 

This article is about the function and work of the North American Presbyterian and Reformed Council (NAPARC). 

What is the expectation of the congregation for the preaching on Christmas? Must there be a focus on emotions in this preaching?

This article looks at the church's task to preserve in the church and reach out in the world. The author also looks at the task of the average church member in evangelism in the light of John 21.

If man is totally depraved, why do unbelievers still do good things? 

Discipline and correction is important for society and in the church, but is frowned upon in our post-modern society which values tolerance. The author of this article describes when and how to rebuke others.

This article on Hebrews 12:28 is about the kingdom that we as believers receive from God in the midst of suffering and trials.

This article is about abortion in the Christian family and the fear to talk to parents or Christians about unwanted pregnancy or sexual sin. Do we have a pastoral heart for the sinner?

This article is about dancing, the body, and sexuality.

This article is about self-control and the abuse of marijuana and other drugs. The article also focuses on how the local church can help addicts.

This article is about good health and exercise as stewardship of what the Lord has given us.

This article is about the wedding reception, and the toast, the humour, and the fun and jokes at this special occasion.

This article is about weight, eating and sinful desires. It also looks at finding fulfillment in life.

This article is about Facebook and how we as Christians should use Facebook.

This article on Luke 7:12 is about how Jesus is touched and affected by our pain and distress, and wants to be our Saviour.

Who is in charge in the garden of Gethsemane? Jesus is betrayed by the kiss of Judas, but He chose to give his life for us (Matthew 26:48).