This article is a brief overview of the origin, history, nature and privileges of the Westminster Presbyterian church federation.

The work of the Holy Spirit should be understood in relation to the word. The Holy Spirit works through the word. This article explains this by looking at the role of the Spirit in the inspiration of scripture, preaching, and application of the word. 

This article is a bible study on 1 Peter 2:1-3. In this chapter the great Apostle continues and further presses upon all Christians the study and growth in holiness, which he had started in the thirteenth verse of the previous chapter.

This article is a bible study on 1 Peter 1:22-25. Here the apostle continues the practical application of the doctrine of redemption, which he had started in verse 13. We have already seen in our previous studies of this Epistle, that the grand design of the apostle is to unfold before these persecuted Christians the great redemption, which the Lord wrought for them. His intent, in doing so, is to strengthen, encourage, assure and comfort these Christian people, whose faith was sorely tried by persecution at this time.

This article is a bible study on 1 Peter 1:13-21. It discusses the Christian call to obedience and holiness and the motives to pursue this holiness.

The great object of the Apostle in writing this Epistle, as we have seen, is to sustain the minds and hearts of these Christians – to enable them to remain "steadfast and unmovable" in the faith – amid the manifold trials to which they were exposed. This article is a bible study on 1 Peter 1:10-12.

How so you do evangelism to an atheist? This article argues that the question is: is there an atheist? Based on Romans 1, atheism does not exist. Evangelism should start here. Read on…

Peace is not something which man can organize. Peace can only be found in Christ, for in Christ, God gives perfect peace.

The Dutch Reveil describes the revival which happened in the Netherlands. This article discusses the character and impact of the Dutch revival. 

The Dutch Reveil describes the revival which happened in the Netherlands. This article discusses the representatives of the Dutch revival – Willem Bilderdijk, Isaac Da Costa, Guillaume Groen van Prinsterer and Otto Gerhart Heldring. 

The Dutch Reveil describes the revival which happened in the Netherlands. This article gives the historical context which called to church to raise her objection against the spirit of the age, this led to the Dutch revival. 

What is the nature of biblical prophecy? Dispensationalism is the belief that the bible is divided into many different dispensations or periods. This article examines how dispensationalists read and understand prophecy. 

Dispensationalism is the belief that the bible is divided into many different dispensations or periods. Dispensational teaching claims that Christ will return twice. This article examines biblical grounds used to argue for the rapture.

Dispensationalism is the belief that the bible is divided into many different dispensations or periods. Dispensational teaching claims that there is a distinction between Israel and the church. What is the place of Israel according to the bible? This article interrogates the answer of dispensationalism. 

Dispensationalism is the belief that the bible is divided into many different dispensations or periods. This article discusses three influential leaders of this movement: John Cocceius, John Nelson Darby, and Cyrus Ingerson Scofield. It also introduces the seven dispensations that characterizes the movement. 

What was the heart of the reformation? Scripture alone, grace alone and faith alone. This article looks at the meaning of justification by faith as taught by the reformers and how it was later twisted by some scholars. It gives a warning for today. 

This article on Revelation 9:1-11 focuses on the fifth trumpet and the judgment of the locusts. In Revelation 9:1 we read, “And the fifth angel sounded, and I saw a star fall from heaven unto the earth: and to him was given the key of the bottomless pit.” Who or what is this star? Stars in the Bible often refer to angels both good and evil. In Job 38:7 we are told that when the Lord God of heaven finished His creation, “the morning stars sang together, and all the sons of God shouted for joy.”

Is it right for a Christian to make resolutions? This article looks at this question, and it calls the reader to make godly resolution by looking at some historical examples: Jonathan Edwards, David in Psalm 101, and Ebenezer Erskine.

Does God care how we dress for church? Does not God look at the heart and not the externals? This article reveal how dressing and clothes are means of communication, and as such can be linked to our worship of God. How you dress for a worship service matters.

Can a Christian married couple go for fertility treatment? This article approaches medical ethics from a Reformed perspective. After defining medical ethics, the author looks at doctrines and virtues governing Christian decision making, and gives examples on applying Christian ethics to medical issues.

This article discusses the music and the words of Handel’s Messiah.

What is the origin of the Heidelberg Catechism? In this article the author looks at the history of the Heidelberg Catechism and one of the men behind it, Zacharias Ursinus.

Should churches have Sunday School classes? How did Sunday school start? This article looks at Scripture, church history, and experience on the matter of Sunday School.

After giving reasons why we should teach the Catechism, the author deals with objections to the teaching of the Catechism. The rest of the article looks at how the Catechism can be taught.

This article is a Bible study on Mark 7:31-37.

Is it impossible for the world to live in peace? As this article considers the seventh beatitude in Matthew 5:9, it explains that the root problem is spiritual. The author offers the biblical characteristics of peacemakers, and calls us to consider whether we are peacemakers.

This article is a Bible study on Matthew 14:22-33.

Is the Bible not enough? Often this is the question asked by people who object to having confessions in the church. Looking at the origin of creeds and confessions, the author gives reasons why the church needs them. The focus is given to the Ecumenical Creeds and the Reformation Creeds.

This article on Genesis 22 looks at the sacrifice and the satisfaction of God through the sacrifice.

What is the relationship between law and grace? This article shows the relationship through the marriage analogy, as used in Romans 7:1-4.

What kind of a gift is the Holy Spirit? This article considers the person and work of the Holy Spirit to show what a wonderful gift the Spirit really is.

This article studies 2 Corinthians 12:9, and draws from it certain points about the grace of God in allowing thorns to remain in our lives.

Genetically Modified Organisms (GMO) food is widely available these days. This article considers from an ethical perspective how Christians can view such food.

Preaching is essential to the life of the congregation, yet it is always difficult. This article considers the value of a so-called preaching circle, where area pastors regularly meet for preaching sessions among themselves in order to grow in their preaching.

Is praising others dangerous? Will it fuel pride? This article shows from Scripture both when to praise others and how to respond to praise. Regarding the latter, the author explains that praise should fuel our gratitude to God.

Godly people speak long after their deaths. This is no exception with Mary Winslow. The biography of this godly woman is heart-warming to read. It is filled with lessons for Christians today on how to walk with Christ even when things are hard in your life.

Through persecutions God builds his church. This was not different during the time of Guido de Brès, the author of the Belgic Confession. This article looks at the life of this man, and his work through the suffering he endured under the Roman Catholic Church. This article shows how God directs history in his providence to the upbuilding of his church.

This article looks at the consolation of the sick through the ages. The author also discusses a treatise, The Consolation of the Sick, that was written for the purpose of guiding people on their death bed. The article ends with important pastoral guidelines when counselling a dying person.

This article is a Bible study on Matthew 13:45-46.

What is the difference between experiential preaching, practical preaching, evangelistic preaching, and doctrinal preaching? While this article focuses on experiential preaching as to why it is needed, it also shares some light into other forms. Being conscious of all these may be of value to the preacher as he prepares sermons.

The Reformation in Spain is a very humbling account of how God works through persecutions to build his church. Think about Francisco San Roman, Johannes Froben, Julian Hernandez and other [[Reformers]. Do you know these names? Read how God in his providence directed history to the glory of his name.

Not so much is spoken about the link between the Reformation and France. In this article we learn how the Reformation spread from France to other countries, and how John Calvin was used by God for this. The flourishing of the faith and the persecution suffered by Christian are documented here.

This article is an introduction to the Bible studies on the parables.

How best can we keep the Sabbath? What is allowed on a Sunday? Are these some of the questions you have? This article will help you with ways to observe the Sabbath to the honour of God, and for the good of others and yourself.

Who was John Calvin? This article sketches a biography of Calvin, focusing especially on his person.

Who was John Calvin? How should we see him? This article sketches a biography of Calvin.

It has been said that the church is faced with the giants of postmodernism, relativism, hedonism, and consumerism. How can you speak about Christ as Lord in times as ours? This article offers some ways of speaking about Christ as Lord with a sense of understanding the times we live in. Contextualization is not out of the picture if used with caution in missions.

Most parents struggle to connect with and understand their teenagers. This article shares some ways to work with teenagers.

It is well known that many a pastor suffers from stress, burnout, or depression. This article gives insight into how pastors can be spared from this. A sabbatical is something that churches have to think about as a gift to their pastor.

This article on Revelation 8:7-13 focuses on the judgments of the trumpets as they are concerned with natural disasters.

Do Christians still struggle with sin after being saved? Can they still feel wretched? Romans 7 has been a point of discussion on this matter. How should we understand it? This article highlights different interpretations, with the author giving his own.

Funeral services can be daunting at times. This articles sheds some light on this topic. It calls for simplicity in a funeral service, showing how one can be Christ-centred.

Everyone who is sick longs for healing. What happens if healing does not come? How can a Christian live with sickness? This article gives comfort by pointing us to the hope we have in Christ.

Have you had times when it seemed as though your prayer was just bouncing off the ceiling? This article will encourage you to pray again. Learn how the Mediator does his work as you pray to the Father. This article focuses on Revelation 8:1-6.

This article contends that the church is the basis of society. It challenges us to think rightly about the church and office-bearers and their work.

"Scapegoat" is a word so rich with meaning when understood from the biblical context. It speak about how God deals with our sins. It speaks about God’s forgiveness and encourages us to a life of confession. Most of all it speaks about Christ, the scapegoat. This article brings all this meaning from Leviticus 16 and Isaiah 53:6b.

Any Christian knows that Christ is coming back to gather his church. How best can we make such knowledge the basis of our daily life? This article is written for that. Consider this meditation as based on Revelation 9:9.

This article looks at what the benediction is at the end of the worship service and how we must view it.

This article looks at collections and the act of giving in the worship service. It also discusses seven principles Paul gives us as guidelines for giving.

This article looks at singing in Old and New Testament worship, and also discusses the singing of the imprecatory psalms.

This article looks at the reading of Scripture and the preaching of God’s Word in the worship service. This article looks at preaching as the ministry of reconciliation.

This article looks at the place of the congregational prayer in the worship prayer. The author also gives attention to the essential elements in prayer (adoration, confession, supplication, intercession, thanksgiving).

This article looks at the place of the reading of the Ten Commandments and the Apostles' Creed in the worship service.

Should the worship service be free or have a certain order? This article focuses on the Reformed order of worship. It first explains the meaning of worship and then looks at the reason for order in worship. The author also discusses the votum and the salutation at the beginning of the worship service.

This article is a Bible study on Luke 14:12-24.

This article is a Bible study on Luke 13:1-9.

This article is a Bible study on Luke 12:13-21.

Trusting God in the face of calamity is not easy. When you know that things are not looking good, what should you do? God is faithful, which is the anchor that kept Habakkuk. It will keep you too, as this meditation shows.

What does it mean to believe in the triune God? The Trinity is the foundation for Christianity and the Christian life. This article reflects on the nature of the Trinity, our relationship with the Trinity, and the implication the Trinity has for our lives.

Evangelism and mission work are not easy to do. Often people reject you and do not come to faith. How can one get the courage to share the gospel? This meditation encourages us to start with God's promise as given in Isaiah 54:2. When we realize that God gave the promise for church growth, we are encouraged to expect it from him, and labour with hope.

This article points us to the work of Christ after his ascension. Christ works redemption through the Holy Spirit. The beauty of this is pointed up in Revelation 5.

This article calls us back to Judas and how he betrayed Christ, by giving a little reflection on the Gospel of Judas. The author then comes back to the real story as it points to Christ our Saviour and how we need him.

Should Christians obey the government? Is the government given by God always? This article argues that the government is instituted by God, and that God does this for our benefit.

The temptation to compromise on the truth of God is rampant in our time. Through the life of the prophet Micaiah we are challenged in this article to see what it means to stand for God’s truth. We are faced by humanism and other influences tempting Christians to compromise. Yet we are also encouraged to see God is vindicating sound doctrine.

What does it mean to be mature? Can I know if I am maturing? This article shows how God recreates us, and it shares some characteristics of a mature Christian. This is good article for self-examination.

This article looks at the historical background and merits of the annual church visitation in Reformed churches.

Not much is said about how the wife of an elder should be. This article shares what it means to be married to an elder. It sheds light on how to cultivate the character needed to support your husband in his call.

Can I as pastor share some jokes from the pulpit? I guess you did not even think about this. So what do you think? This article calls us to think about the act of preaching. It looks at the preacher and the calling to preach. It calls for serious preaching.

Do pastors need theological training? Are not the Bible and the Holy Spirit enough? This article looks at the historical background to this topic. It blends together the biblical teaching, the church order, and the guidance God gave to his church.

Christ called the weary and heavy laden to come to him for comfort. How can he give comfort to their souls? The author looks at the loneliness and the brokenness Christ faced from the hand of the Father, which enables Christ to bring true comfort to us.

Imagine someone telling you that a donkey is better than you. How would that feel? Well God did it. In this article one is brought to a sense of how rebellious we are in our nature, and yet how gracious God is, as he tells us in Jeremiah 8:7 and Isaiah 1:3.

It is a given that every Christian will face some form of affliction. How should we respond to afflictions when they come? This article will draw you to the way you should think about and respond to afflictions.

When one thinks about the Middle East, often Islam comes to mind as the dominant religion. Has it always been like that? In this article the author reveals how the mission work of the early church spread through the East and how Christianity was dominant there. Lessons are drawn on why Christianity declined. This is an article to read to learn the other side of church history.

There is no denying that we are facing moral bankruptcy in our culture. This has a great impact also on the church. How should we live as Christians in times like these? This article draws some lessons from the early church. How did they face this challenge? What difference did they make?

Our Lord drew some lessons from natural disasters. Often when they happen they make people question the goodness of God. Does God do bad things? Read this reflection from the Haiti earthquake and learn from it.

What is the Song of Songs all about? This article sheds some light on how we can read the book: focus on the call of Christ to his bride.

We live in times where people desire recognition. This is indeed a celebrity culture. What does it mean for us as Christians? Should we desire to be recognized? This articles challenges us to think about our good deeds, be it in giving money, donations, or otherwise.

Have you heard about the Green Bible? Can printing a Bible with green letters make Christians more conscious about the issues confronting the environment? This article gives a good discussion on this topic.

Some people fear old age, while others look forward to it. How should Christians view old age? Looking at Psalm 92:12-14, the author shows the link between old age and youthful life.

Culture and contextualization have become buzzwords when it comes to the question of preaching the gospel in our era. How should Christians think about these words? In this article the author argues for a Christian culture or a culture of the Holy Spirit.

This article is a Bible study on Esther 3.

This article focuses on the contribution Herman Bavinck made to the discussion of regeneration. What is immediate regeneration and mediate regeneration? Can churches be in union if they hold different beliefs on these doctrines?

This article on Numbers 21:4-9 is about looking at Christ to live.

Sermon preparation—is it really needed? By giving a snapshot of how Martyn Lloyd-Jones went about preparing his sermon, the author presents the importance of sermon preparation.

A treasure is something that is worth keeping. However, should Christians keep treasures on earth? What did Jesus mean when he spoke about treasure on earth and treasure in heaven? Should Christians work to be rich or not? These questions are given some consideration in this article.

This article on Luke 21:33 is about a world of change, but in this world of change the words of the Lord will not pass away.

This article is about the Scottish Communion Season surrounding the celebration of Lord's Supper (or Lord's Table).

The admission exam for the ministry is so important because the office of the minister of the Word is so significant that not everyone who wants this office can be admitted. This article explains that an applicant should be tested in three areas: his knowledge, his calling, and his ability to study.

This article looks at the principle of a just war.