Discussing books - theological, historical, and biblical - from a Reformed Christian perspective...
This is an excellent discussion of creation and what it means for the Christian that God is the maker of heaven and earth. It’s from Herman Bavinck’s Reformed Dogmatics (vol. 2): From the very first moment, true religion distinguishes itself from all other religions by the fact that it construes the relation between God and … Continue reading "The Christian Doctrine of Creation is of Eminent…
When John Hus was imprisoned in 1415 for preaching the truths of Scripture against various errors of the church, the authorities put him in prison. It was a very difficult situation for Huss due to various circumstances, but the prison itself was something like a dungeon. When he was imprisoned, his faith was shaken, but … Continue reading "A Prison Letter to Encourage the Faithful (John Hus)"
It is not always easy to love others. Other people are not always lovable! When the Lord calls us to love our neighbor, he knew, of course that these neighbors of ours are sinful. We are called to love sinners. Not easy! But it gets easier when you consider a few things. First, the Holy … Continue reading "How Do You Love Your (Sinful) Neighbor? (Bavinck)"
It’s not a secret that the greatest act of love in history happened on the cross. Out of love, Christ gave up his life to save his enemies from eternal punishment for their crimes (1 John 3:16, 4:9-10, etc.). Christians confess with Paul that Christ loved “me and gave himself up for me” (Gal. 2:20). … Continue reading "The Cross and Love (Kuyper)"
I’m sure you know the unforgettable opening words of Psalm 42: As the deer pants for the water brooks, So my soul pants for You, O God. My soul thirsts for God, for the living God; When shall I come and appear before God? (NASB) Indeed, Jesus gives the water of life to all who … Continue reading "Longing for the Fountain of Life (Augustine)"