When Elders and Ministers Cross the Line
The author explains why it is critical that the church exercise church discipline when office-bearers are guilty of abusive behaviour.
At Work in the Fields of the Lord
Who was George Whitefield and why was his ministry accepted with mixed feelings? This article gives a short biography.
The Canons of Dort
This article gives a historical overview of the Canons of Dort. The focus is on the context of the Canons, the meeting of the Synod of Dort, and the content of the Canons.
The Splendor of the Three-in-One God
The doctrine of the Trinity is the heart of Christianity, because it is impossible to think about creation and salvation without the doctrine of the Trinity. This article explains this by looking at the necessity and mystery of the Trinity.
What the Bible Is All About
What is the message of the Bible? This article looks at both how Jesus and the apostles understood Scripture. It explains that the message of Scripture is Jesus Christ.
When the Good News Becomes Bad
What is a threat to the gospel? When the message of justification is confused with the law, church membership, and work, then the gospel becomes bad news.
Authentic, Strategic, and Confessional Church Planting
How do you plant a church? Reformed church planting must be authentic, strategic and confessional.
What Pastors Shouldn’t Tell Their Wives: The Dangers of Too Much Transparency
Keeping confidentiality is a requirement for every pastor. So what can a pastor share with his wife? A pastor may tell his wife what he would tell other members of the congregation, but no more. This article explains why.
Worship Matters
The History of Covenant Theology
The article shows how the history of covenant theology extends beyond the Reformation, all the way back to the time of the early church.
A Brief History of Covenant Theology
This article traces the development of covenant theology from the early church fathers through the medieval period, to the Reformation and the 20th century.
For God so Loved the World
This article is about common grace and atonement. The author also looks at creation and providence, expiation and propitiation of atonement, and particular atonement.