Regardless of the size of the church, every church within the church federation forms the body of Christ. Therefore, no church should accept members from another church without the consent of the church where the members are coming from. In this way the boundaries of churches in the federation are respected. Looking at Belgic Confession Article 28, this article emphasizes the importance of being a member of your local church.

Regardless of the size of the church, every church within the church federation forms the body of Christ. Therefore, no church should accept members from another church without the consent of the church where the members are coming from. In this way the boundaries of churches in the federation are respected. Looking at Belgic Confession Article 28, this article emphasizes the importance of being a member of your local church.

This article is a probe into the textual history of Article 36 of the Belgic Confession.

Article 28 of the Belgic Confession states that each believer is accountable to Christ for their choice of church. Why is this decision so important?

We are saved by faith in Christ. Why? Based on Article 22 of the Belgic Confession this article explains the necessity of faith for salvation and the source of saving faith. 

Jesus is our High Priest. What does it mean? Based on Article 21 of the Belgic Confession this article explains the priesthood of Christ based on the satisfaction He rendered for the payment of our sins. 

What necessitated the coming of Jesus Christ? How? Based on Article 20 of the Belgic Confession this article explains that through Christ’s life and death we see the demonstration of God’s justice and God’s mercy. 

Jesus is the true man and true God at the same time. How? Based on Article 19 of the Belgic Confession this article discusses the two natures of Christ and their union.

Why was Christ’s incarnation needed? Based on Article 18 of the Belgic Confession but man sinned it was only man who can bear the punishment of sin. This article explains the purpose and necessity of the incarnation. 

How can man be saved? Based on Article 17 of the Belgic Confession this article explains that it is the covenant of grace which provides the answer to the salvation of man. 

What is election? Based on Article 16 of the Belgic Confession this article explains what the doctrine of predestination is and how this is the hope for the salvation of mankind. It also respond to objections to this doctrine.

What is original sin? This is the same that came to all mankind through the disobedience of Adam. How? Based on Article 15 of the Belgic Confession this article explains what original sin is, how through Adam’s headship original sin affected all mankind. 

This article explains Article 14 of the Belgic Confession which discusses the creation of man, his fall into sin and the impact the fall had on Adam and his offspring. 

Providence means that God did not only create, He also continues to care for His creation. Based on Article 13 of the Belgic Confession this article discusses the biblical teaching of providence. It explains that God’s providence rules out fate and chance. 

Creation story or evolution story? Based on Article 12 of the Belgic Confession this article discusses the biblical account of creation, the creation of man, angels and the fall of Satan, showing how this is contrary to the claims of evolution.

Is the Holy Spirit God? Based on Article 11 of the Belgic Confession this article discusses the divinity of the Holy Spirit, giving biblical grounds that shows that The Holy Spirit is God and the Third Person of Trinity therefore shares the same attributes.

Jesus is God. This article discusses Article 10 of the Belgic Confession which explains the divinity of Christ. Here focus in on the biblical grounds that prove the divine person of Christ in relation to His name, attributes and works. 

Jesus is God. This article discusses Article 10 of the Belgic Confession which explains the divinity of Christ. Here focus in on the five false teachings in relation to the divine person of Christ. The article explains…

This article discusses Article 9 of the Belgic Confession with focus given to the explanation of the New Testament foundation on the Trinity. Does the New Testament speak about the Trinity?

This article discusses Article 8 of the Belgic Confession with focus given to the explanation of the Trinity. How can God be one and three persons as the same time? 

This article discusses Article 8 and Article 9 of the Belgic Confession with focus given to the explanation of the Old Testament foundation on the Trinity. Does the Old Testament speak about the Trinity? 

This article discusses Article 7 of the Belgic Confession with focus given to the explanation of the sufficiency of scripture. Because the scripture is sufficient this means that only the scripture can be the rule of faith. 

This article discusses Article 6 of the Belgic Confession with focus given to the explanation of the apocryphal books, their origin and their role and place in the Christian life.

This article discusses Article 5 of the Belgic Confession with focus given to the explanation of the trustworthiness of scripture, authority of scripture and the fulfilment of scripture. 

Why do we have sixty-six bible books? This article discusses Article 4 of the Belgic Confession with focus given to the explanation of the canon of scripture, bible translations and the authenticity of scripture. 

Why do we have sixty-six bible books? This article discusses Article 4 of the Belgic Confession. It gives an overview of the Old Testament books with focus on the poetical books. 

Why do we have sixty-six bible books? This article discusses Article 4 of the Belgic Confession. It gives an overview of the New Testament books with focus on the Paul’s epistles. Read on…

Why do we have sixty-six bible books? This article discusses Article 4 of the Belgic Confession. It gives an overview of the Old Testament books with focus on the major prophets and minor prophets.

Why do we have sixty-six bible books? This article discusses Article 4 of the Belgic Confession. It gives an overview of the New Testament books with focus on the gospels.

Why do we have sixty-six bible books? This article discusses Article 4 of the Belgic Confession. It gives an overview of the New Testament books with focus on the general epistles. 

Why do we have sixty-six bible books? This article discusses Article 4 of the Belgic Confession. It gives an overview of the Old Testament books with focus on the five books of Moses and historical books. 

This article discusses Article 2 of the Belgic Confession with focus given to the explanation of God’s revelation through the means of general revelation and special revelation. Read on…

This article discusses Article 1 of the Belgic Confession with focus given to the explanation of the attributes of God.

Does the church need a confession of faith? This article explains the necessity of the confession and introduces the Belgic Confession. Read on…

True saving faith rests on the sufficiency of Christ. How do we know this? Based on Article 22 of the Belgic Confession this article explains the nature of saving faith as resting on the finished work of Christ.

It is only in Christ that believers are declared righteous. How do we know this? Based on Article 23 of the Belgic Confession this article explains the meaning of justification as to its nature, basis, necessity, and how it relates to faith. 

The one who is justified by God will bring forth fruits. How do we know this? Based on Article 24 of the Belgic Confession this article explains the meaning of sanctification as to its nature, necessity, its relation to justification. It also addresses the question of rewards of good works.

The ceremonial law was fulfilled by Christ. How do we know this? Based on Article 25 of the Belgic Confession this article explains the significance of the ceremonial law and the manner in which it pointed to Christ. It shows how Christ as the High Priest fulfilled the ceremonial law with focus given to the Sabbath and Lord’s Day. 

Christ is the Mediator. How do we know this? Based on Article 26 of the Belgic Confession this article explains the work of Christ’s intercession. It explains the nature and necessity of Christ’s work as our Intercessor. 

Christ’s church is one, holy, and catholic. How do we know this? Based on Article 27 of the Belgic Confession this article explains the essence of the church by explaining the names used for the church and the attributes of the church. 

Church membership is not an option but a must. How do we know this? Based on Article 28 of the Belgic Confession this article explains that every true believer has the responsibility to seek membership in the true church of Christ and be a living member in that church. 

It is possible to distinguish the true church from the false church. How do we know this? Based on Article 29 of the Belgic Confession this article explains the three marks of the church – true preaching, pure administration of the sacraments, and the exercise of church discipline. 

God is the one who calls office bearers. How do we know this? Based on Article 31 of the Belgic Confession this article explains the calling and election to office, duration term of office bearers, equality among office bearers, and that Christ remains the Head of the church.

Church discipline characterizes the true church of Christ. How do we know this? Based on Article 32 of the Belgic Confession this article explains the nature of church discipline and the purpose of church discipline. 

Sacraments are the means of grace. How do we know this? Based on Article 33 of the Belgic Confession this article explains how sacraments are the means of grace, the number of sacraments, and the purpose of the sacraments. 

The Lord’s Supper is a sign and a seal. How do we know this? Based on Article 35 of the Belgic Confession this article explains the how Holy Communion is both a sign and seal. It discusses the presence of Christ in the Lord’s Supper, then it gives some guidelines as to the when, who, what, and how of the Lord’s Supper. Read on…

The government is the minister of God. How do we know this? Based on Article 36 of the Belgic Confession this article explains the relationship between state ad church, the duty of the government and the responsibility of believers. Read on…

The second coming of Christ will be to bring judgement. How do we know this? Based on Article 37 of the Belgic Confession this article explains three approaches to the coming of Christ – premillennialist, postmillennialist and amillennialist.

Christ governs His church through the office bearers. How do we know this? Based on Article 30 of the Belgic Confession this article explains different approaches to church government, the role of elders and differences between the elders and deacons. It also explains the danger of hierarchy and independentism. 

Have you ever drank from the richness of the faith as expressed in the Belgic Confession? This article paints a background picture to the confession. Why was it written? Who were involved in writing it? What price was paid for such an expression of faith? 

The name Christ means the Anointed One, because Christ is anointed to be our Priest. How do we know this? This article is based on Article 21 of the Belgic Confession which explains the Priesthood of Christ, and how as a Priest, He made a satisfactory payment for our sins through His sacrifice. 

God’s justice and mercy is revealed in Christ. How do we know this? This article which is based on Article 20 of the Belgic Confession explains how in Christ we see God’s mercy and justice revealed. 

Jesus Christ is fully Man and God. How do we know this? This article is based on Article 19 of the Belgic Confession which explains the doctrine of two natures of Christ, while also explaining how Christ who is both Man and God are yet one person. 

Christ is truly man. How do we know this? This article is based on Article 18 of the Belgic Confession which explains the doctrine of the incarnation of Christ with focus on the necessity of the incarnation and its relation to the covenant of grace.

Only God can save man that has fallen into sin. How do we know this? This article is based on Article 17 of the Belgic Confession which explains that in the plan to save man, God displays God’s wisdom and God’s goodness. 

Only those who are elected will be saved. How do we know this? This article is based on Article 16 of the Belgic Confession which explains the doctrine of election and reprobation. 

Man is corrupt by nature. How do we know this? This article is based on Article 15 of the Belgic Confession which explains the doctrine of original sin resulting in the total depravity of man. 

Humans are not what they were meant to be. How do we know this? This article is based on Article 14 of the Belgic Confession which explains the creation of Adam and his fall into sin and the impact it has on all human beings. 

God did not only create, He continues actively to uphold His creation. How do we know this? This article is based on Article 13 of the Belgic Confession which explains the work of God’s providence. 

Creation is the work of God. How do we know this? This article is based on Article 12 of the Belgic Confession which explains that creation both of the visible and non-visible is the work of the Triune God and provides the biblical basis of this with the manner in which God created. 

The Holy Spirit is God and part of the Trinity. How do we know this? Based on Article 11 of the Belgic Confession this article explains the divinity of the Holy Spirit, showing the biblical grounds for the Holy Spirit being part of the Godhead. 

How do we know that Jesus is God? This article considers Article 10 of the Belgic Confession, explaining the divinity of Christ and showing the biblical grounds for that teaching.

How do we know that God is the Trinity? This article considers Article 9 of the Belgic Confession, explaining that God revealed himself in this way. This article gives biblical grounds for this teaching and addresses some errors regarding the teaching of the Trinity.

What does the sufficiency of Scripture mean? This article considers Article 7 of the Belgic Confession, explaining that God’s Word is sufficient for salvation and the Christian life.

What is the place of the apocryphal books in the Christian church? This article considers Article 6 of the Belgic Confession, looking at the difference between canonical books and apocryphal books.

Why is Scripture authoritative? This article considers Article 5 of the Belgic Confession, which confesses the authority of Scripture.

Why do we have sixty-six books of the Bible? From Article 4 of the Belgic Confession this article answers this question by looking at the subject of the canon of Scripture.

This article introduces the Belgic Confession, and then turns to a treatment of Article 1 on knowing God and the attributes of God, of Article 2 on the revelation of God, both his natural revelation and special revelation, and then of Article 3 on the inspiration of Scripture.

How do we know that God is Triune? Based on Article 8 of the Belgic Confession this article explains that God revealed himself in this way. In the Bible, the persons of the Trinity are distinguished by their names, order, and works.

The second coming of Christ is real. Christ is coming back and judgment is certain. This article considers Belgic Confession Article 37. It explains the final resurrection and the nature of the last judgment. It includes a discussion on the concept of purgatory.

How should Christians think about the government? From Belgic Confession Article 36, this article explains the necessity of the government, the task of the state, and the Christian responsibility towards the government.

What is the meaning of the Holy Supper? From the Belgic Confession, Article 35, this article explains the relationship of the Lord’s Supper and Passover. It looks at the nature of the Lord’s Supper, its institution, the message of it, and the role and place of self-examination.

What is the meaning of baptism? From the Belgic Confession, Article 34 this article answers the question by looking at the relationship between circumcision and baptism, baptism as a sign and seal, the means for baptism, infant baptism, and the refutation of some errors on baptism.

What are sacraments? Sacraments are signs and seals. From the Belgic Confession, Article 33, this article explains how this is so by looking at the relationship between Word and sacraments, and how baptism and the Lord’s Supper are signs and seals.

Church discipline is one of the keys of the kingdom. How should it be administered? This article considers this through the lens of Belgic Confession, Article 32.

Christ exercises his authority in the church through the use of office-bearers. How are office-bearers elected in the church? From the Belgic Confession, Article 31 this article discusses the election of office-bearers and their calling to office.

How should the church be governed? From the Belgic Confession, Article 30 this article examines three types of church government: Roman Catholic Church government, Lutheran church government, and Reformed church government or Presbyterian church government.

How do you know where to find the true church? Belgic Confession Article 29 discusses three signs of the true church: true preaching of the word, church discipline, and proper administration of the sacraments. It also shows how the true church is different from the false church.

Is church membership important? Belgic Confession Article 28 answers this question. The article explains the challenge of schisms for church membership, the necessity of church membership, the responsibility of each member, and when to separate from a church.

What is the church? This article answers this question by looking at Belgic Confession Article 27. It discusses the meaning of the church and the attributes of the church. The church is one, holy, and catholic.

What does it mean that Christ is our Intercessor? The article explains the nature of the intercession of Christ, the necessity of his intercession, and the relationship of his intercession to the believer’s prayer. It explains these in the light of the Belgic Confession, Article 26.

What is the place of the ceremonial laws in the Christian life? This article looks at the meaning of Pentecost, Passover, and the Feast of Tabernacles in light of the Belgic Confession, Article 25.

Sanctification if the work of God’s grace whereby he through the Spirit renews those who are in Christ. If this is so, what is the role and place of good works? This article answers this question from the Belgic Confession, Article 24.

Justification is being acquitted of guilt and punishment and being given eternal life. This article explains what this means by looking at the Belgic Confession Article 23.

This article explains article 37 of the Belgic Confession (on the Day of Judgment). It also provides content questions.

This article explains article 36 of the Belgic Confession (on the function of the civil government and the relationship between church and state). It also provides content questions.

This article explains articles 33-35 of the Belgic Confession (on the sacrament of baptism and Lord's Supper). It also provides content questions.

This article explains articles 33-35 of the Belgic Confession (on the significance, purpose, and number of sacraments). It also provides content questions.

This article explains article 32 of the Belgic Confession (on the need for a church order, the scriptural norms to which such an order needs to be bound, and church discipline). It also provides content questions.

This article explains articles 30-32 of the Belgic Confession (on the institution of the offices and their significance for the life of the church). It also provides content questions.

This article explains articles 30-32 of the Belgic Confession (on church government, its organization, forms, etc.). It also provides content questions.

This article explains articles 27-29 of the Belgic Confession (on different theories about the church.). It also provides content questions.

This article explains articles 27-29 of the Belgic Confession (on the true church, the marks of the church, the marks of the Christian, etc.). It also provides content questions.

This article explains articles 27-29 of the Belgic Confession (on the church, its characteristics and foundation). It also provides content questions.

This article explains article 26 of the Belgic Confession (on Christ as our Advocate, and prayer). It also provides content questions.

This article explains articles 24-25 of the Belgic Confession (on sanctification). It also provides content questions.

This article explains articles 22-23 of the Belgic Confession (on justification by faith). It also provides content questions.

This article explains article 21 of the Belgic Confession (on the threefold office of Christ, the distinction between the active obedience and passive obedience of Christ, etc.). It also provides content questions.