Not only is the truth of God absolute, but God himself is the truth. This article shows that God’s truth can only be known in Christ and through the Bible.
The goodness of God is infinite, eternal, and unchanging. This is what the article explains. It shows that Christians have no choice by to appreciate God’s goodness to them.
The wrath of God is revealed on the cross in Christ, our propitiation and substitute. It is on this basis that righteousness can only be attained by faith in Christ. It also on this basis that rejecting Christ leads to hell.
The wrath of God is his eternal detesting of all unrighteousness. This article shows how God’s wrath was demonstrated in the fall, through our history, and in Christ. It shows that it is important for man to meditate on this doctrine.
What does it mean to take the name of the Lord in vain? This article explains that profanity is not the only concern of the third commandment, but that the honour of God is at the heart of this command.
Why is it that without holiness, no man shall see the Lord? This article answers by looking at the true nature of practical holiness, the necessity of it, and the characteristics of a holy man.
God is not only holy; he is the standard of holiness. This article shows that our sanctification is the work of the Triune God. Hence, it should be a priority in the Christian life.
Holiness defines God. This article explains that this is in relation to his being, attributes and actions. Seven characteristics of the holiness of God are explained.
To say that God is infinite in power is equal to saying he is all-powerful or omnipotent. This article explains how this is the distinguishing character of God and how it should serve as a reason to believers to have confidence in God.
The wisdom of God is eternal and unchangeable. This article demonstrates how God’s wisdom is revealed through the plan of redemption and how it leads to God’s glory.
The power of God is that ability and strength whereby he can bring to pass whatsoever he pleases. This article consisders God's power in creation, preservation, government, and judgment.
Immutability refers to the truth that God does not change. This article shows that God is immutable in his essence, attributes, and counsel. It shows how this truth gives us certainty of God’s promises and judgments.
Essential to the welfare of the church and Christian witness is obedience to the command of Christ that we love one another. This article explains the nature of this love, and the extent, model, and obedience of this love.
There are many things that can be stumbling blocks for the Christian in his walk with God. This article explains ten of these hindrances to Christian growth.
Essential to the calling of the pastor is the work of preaching and teaching. This article makes an appeal to pastors not to outsource this responsibility.
From 2 Timothy 1:14 and 2 Timothy 2:2 this article shows that maintaining gospel faithfulness requires the church to invest in the next generation of men. It warns against neglecting this responsibility.
Christ made it clear that all Scripture is about him. Therefore, Christ must be preached from all the Scriptures. This article answers two questions: why is such preaching needed? and, how is such preaching carried out?
Worship matters because both its object and subject is God. By looking at God’s Word as the standard for worship this article shows why the statement is true.
Mission work is rooted in understanding how mission is close to the heart of the Triune God. This article proves this by looking at the Bible and way it reveals the work of the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit as Missionary God.
The relationship between local mission and global mission should not be that of competition. It should be complementary—one needing the other. The article explains.
Atonement is a word that captures the work of Christ in terms of propitiation, expiation, and reconciliation. This article explains these terms and how they relate to Christ’s work.
In Isaiah 42:1 Jesus is recognized as the servant of the Lord. This article looks at how Jesus fulfils his servanthood ministry in the OT, the NT, and the church today.
The nature of the ministry of the church is spiritual. This article explains this by looking at the call of the church to preach the gospel and the call and responsibility of every member towards the church.
This article looks at the work of the Holy Spirit in the OT, the life of Christ, and the life of the church. It shows how the Spirit works to prepare the church for Christ.
How does the Holy Spirit relate to preaching? This article answers this question by explaining the work of the Holy Spirit in relation to the Word, preaching, and the preacher.
This article explains the work of the Holy Spirit in conversion. It looks at how the Spirit works in changing the conscience, understanding, affections, and will of man.
Guilt is the result of sin. This article explains that all are guilty due to original and actual sin. It also shows that it is only by the gospel that guilt can be dealt with.
Faithfulness is a call that is needed to be heard by the church today. This article argues that the times we live in and the nature of the Christian life call for faithfulness. It also looks at the difficulties of being faithful and how to deal with them.
This article shows that the semper reformanda motto should be appealed to by the church if the church acknowledges that true reformation is based on God’s Word, is something that can only be done by God, and that Christianity is historic.
The connection between preaching and prayer cannot be divorced. In fact this article argues that preaching advances through prayer. It then discusses how Christians should pray for the preaching and the preacher.
Creeds and confessions are essential for the church in articulating her understanding of the teaching of Scripture. However, they can also be a disadvantage. The article explains why.
What makes for a true church and what makes for a false church? This article shows that when the church affirms the gospel it is a true church, and when it denies the gospel it is a false church. This article explains what this gospel is.
The Christian life can only be lived by understanding the gospel grammar. This article shows that this grammar consists in the indicative and the imperative, and uses the book of Ephesians as illustration.
Lifestyle evangelism refers to the gospel turned to practical life. This article shows that Christians through their lifestyle can be pointers to the reality of the gospel.
Christian must be spiritually mature. From 2 Peter 1:5-8 this article shows that there are seven supplements needed for maturity in faith: virtue, knowledge, self-control, steadfastness, godliness, brotherly affection, and love.
God has given his people salvation. From Titus 3 this article explains the reason he saved us, the method he used, the basis for what he did, his purpose, and the implications for how we should live.
To be Reformed means to be biblical, to recognise and submit oneself to the supreme authority of God’s Word. This article argues that this is the lesson we must learn from the Reformation. Going back to God’s word led to the rediscovery of the gospel and liberated the church from traditionalism.
What must I do to be saved? This article demonstrates that the biblical answer has always been in Christ alone, by grace alone and faith alone. This is how also the church should answer.
The doctrine of predestination has its origin in the Bible. The Reformers rediscovered it, and this article defines what predestination means and why it is essential to the preaching of the gospel and for the life of the church today.
This article looks at the Scottish Reformation, showing that it was rooted in the truth of Scripture alone. It calls the church today to continue in this doctrine of sola Scriptura.
It is a correct statement to say God saves sinners. But sinners are saved from what? This article traces looks at how Augustine answered this question, and it shows that the threat to biblical salvation has always been some form of Arminianism.
The believer has a relationship with each person of the Trinity. This is reflected very well in baptism. This article explains the relationship between the Holy Spirit and the church, and how this shapes church life.
The believer has a relationship with each person of the Trinity. This is reflected very well in baptism. This article explains the relationship between Jesus Christ and the church, and how this shapes church life.
The believer has a relationship with each person of the Trinity. This is reflected very well in baptism. This article explains the relationship between the Father and the church, and how this shapes church life.
Only believers can meaningfully and truly worship God in spirit and in truth. This article explains the nature of corporate worship, its character, and necessity.
The church is not just a gathering of people. It is people who have a new way of seeing and doing things; they bring a holy culture. This article shows that it is a culture that witnesses to repentance and faith.
True worship is a result of God’s work in the believer. It is centred on God, Christ, and God’s word. It is must also be regulated by God’s Word. This is what the article explains.
Semper reformanda ("always reforming") is a principle that characterized the Reformation. This article shows that this principle was designed to keep the church faithful to God’s Word and to the application of it in its context.
Martin Luther confessed that the justice of God is that righteousness by which, through grace and sheer mercy, God justifies us through faith. This was the discovery by Luther of justification by faith alone. This article explains how Luther came to this discovery by looking at his life and the battle with the Roman Catholic Church.
Evangelism is a responsibility of the church. However, within the Reformed churches it is a responsibility that is not well-fulfilled. This article highlights the importance of practicing corporate evangelism and personal evangelism.
Evangelism is a responsibility of the church. However, within the Reformed churches it is a responsibility that is not well-fulfilled. This article suggests practical ways in helping the church in dealing with hindrances to evangelism. The right start is outreach.
Evangelism is a responsibility of the church. This article argues, however, that within Reformed churches it is a responsibility that is not fulfilled. The article points to five hindrances to this responsibility of the church.
Is there a Christian view of television? This article looks at the disadvantages of TV and the medium it uses to share information, and addresses the question: should Christians spend their time in front of this screen?
Will Christians be rewarded differently by the Lord? This article makes a distinction between losing your salvation and losing your reward in light of God’s promises.
The Christian has freedom from the conscience of other people. This liberty is a protection against legalism. To argue the point this article defines what legalism is and why people often fall into its trap.
The Christian life can be described as a life of walking with God. This article shows that walking with God is not limited to this life but it is for eternity. It explains what it means then to walk with God.
Fasting is a discipline that is commended for Christians. This article gives different forms of fasting to help Christians use this discipline in the right way.
Together with adults, children are part of the church. However, what is the place of children in church? This article gives practical suggestions on how children can be integrated in the church and what should be the role of Sunday school.
It is only through the Holy Spirit that Christians are enabled to live a victorious Christian life. This article gives six reasons why it can only be through the Spirit.
The word "sin" does not form part of the vocabulary of our culture. This article shows that this poses a temptation to the church to also be silent about sin. It offers seven antidotes against such a temptation.
In worship we draw near to God. However, at times God does not draw near to us. He ignores our worship. When is that? This article gives fours pointers of such a time when God does not draw near.
What is repentance and why is it necessary? This article defines repentance and shows the necessity of it, its nature, characteristics, motives, and evidences.
The Christian views time as a gift from God. Thus, we should not be slaves to time. This view has four implications for Christians, which the article unpacks.
If tolerance in our times means that all values, beliefs, lifestyles, and truth are equal, then tolerance has become something else. This article explains this new form of tolerance and its implications for Christians.
The battle of sanctification is a battle known to every Christian. Have you asked why God did not completely remove sin from us? This article gives three reasons.
