CHAP. XVI. Of the Covenant of Works. Righteousness thus set forth in his several parts and branches, has of God’s free goodness a reward belonging to it, (whereupon the same called the Law, or covenant of works;) as contrariwise a punishment in . . . Continue reading →
January 2016 Archive
Downame On The Distinctions Between The Covenants Of Works And Grace
Touching the subject or persons to whom it is appropriate, faith is the proper and peculiar gift of God’s elect, which only [alone] distinguishes them from the rest of the world; for all other graces, be they never so bright, or shining, . . . Continue reading →
Why We Memorize The Catechism
Both children and parents in Reformed congregations often ask, “Why must we (or our children) memorize the catechism? If they must memorize anything at all, should they not memorize Holy Scripture instead?” These are fair questions, but they rest on dubious premises. Continue reading →
Questions And Answers About Baptism
Earlier this week Calvinist Batman and I discussed covenant theology, baptism, and Reformed identity. That led to a follow-up discussion with some listeners. For the sake of brevity and clarity I have re-worded and abbreviated some of the questions and I have . . . Continue reading →
Taking The Temperature Of Free Speech
When was the last time you stopped yourself from saying something you believed to be true for fear of being punished or criticized for saying it? If you live in America, it probably hasn’t been long. That’s not just a talking point . . . Continue reading →
Preston On The Distinction Between The Covenants Of Works And Grace
1. What this Covenant is. You must know, that there is a double covenant, there is a covenant of works, and a covenant of grace: The covenant of works runs in these terms: “Do this and you shall live, and I will . . . Continue reading →
Children At The Lord’s Table? A Review
Cornelis P. Venema, Children at the Lord’s Table?: Assessing the Case for Paedocommunion (Grand Rapids: Reformation Heritage Books, 2009). Note: This review was published originally on the Heidelblog as a series in 2009 and is slightly revised. In his latest book Cornelis . . . Continue reading →
The Sacraments Of The Covenant Of Works
A sacrament, is an outward sign, which God joins to his covenant, which he hath made with men. And that is either of an eternal, or temporal covenant. A sacrament of an eternal covenant, is a sacrament, whereby God confirms the promise . . . Continue reading →
Strangers And Aliens (14): Recognizing Differences (1 Peter 3:7)
1 Peter 3:7 Likewise, husbands, live with your wives in an understanding way, showing honor to the woman as the weaker vessel, since they are heirs with you of the grace of life, so that your prayers may not be hindered. (ESV). . . . Continue reading →
Calvin On The Substance Of The Covenant Of Works
Because what God so severely punished must have been no light sin but a detestable crime, we must consider what kind of sin there was in Adam’s desertion that enkindled God’s fearful vengeance against the whole of mankind. To regard Adam’s sin . . . Continue reading →
With Calvinist Batman On Covenant Theology And Reformed Identity
There are a number of evangelical people who are questioning the broadly evangelical theology, piety, and practice (whether Dispensational or Pentecostal or both) they inherited. For them covenant is a new category and they are working through the implications of the history of redemption . . . Continue reading →
Interview with Theologian R. Scott Clark
November, 2007 Nightlight Christian Adoptions As part of our blog’s adoption interview series, I’m interviewing several theologians about the doctrine of spiritual adoption and its implications for earthly adoption. I believe that the practice of earthly adoption will be significantly enriched as . . . Continue reading →
5 Minutes With R. Scott Clark
By Timothy Raymond Credo Magazine May 2012 [W]hat theologians in church history do you recommend reading to better understand the doctrine of election? Among the Fathers, Augustine’s On the Predestination of the Saints is essential. Gottschalk’s little treatise, On Predestination witnesses to . . . Continue reading →
Scott Clark: “Let’s Get Back to the Word of God”
By Will Graham Greetings brothers and sisters and welcome once again to Fresh Breeze. This week it gives me great pleasure to introduce you to Dr. R. Scott Clark. R. Scott Clark was raised on the Great Plains in the USA. He . . . Continue reading →
Blogging in the name of the Lord: R. Scott Clark
This is the second in a series of interviews with Christian bloggers. In the hot seat today is… GD: Hello R. Scott Clark and welcome to Exiled Preacher. Please tell us a little about yourself. RSC: Hello Guy. Thanks for the invitation. . . . Continue reading →
Owen: No Mystery Of Grace In The Covenant Of Works
We can never state our thoughts aright in this matter, unless we have a clear apprehension of, and satisfaction in, the introduction of grace by Jesus Christ into the whole of our relation unto God, with its respect unto all parts of . . . Continue reading →
Office Hours: The Trinity And The Covenant Of Redemption (Part 2)
There are passages in Scripture such as Psalm 110, Hebrews 7, and John chapter 17 that reflect something of the eternal relationship between the persons of the Trinity and especially between the Father and the Son. In the Reformation some of our . . . Continue reading →
The Covenant Of Works In Late-17th Century English Reformed Theology
QUESTION II. What ground we have to speak of “God’s covenant with Adam,” and to call it “a covenant;” there being no mention of it here in the text, nor elsewhere in scripture do we read of “God’s covenant with Adam.” ANSWER. . . . Continue reading →
SAET Interviews In Politics And Theology #10: R. Scott Clark
With regard to political action: American Christians (particularly evangelicals) must get over the microwave mentality. We need to think more in terms of camp fires and cook outs. It takes a long time to make a decent meal outdoors and it might . . . Continue reading →
Gay Christians?
Introduction Is it appropriate to speak of “Gay Christians.” Is it appropriate to speak of “Murderer Christians” or “Thief Christians” or “Idolater Christians”? When the adjective “gay” refers to homosexuals, the expression “Gay Christian” is an oxymoron. Remarkably, Millennials (18–34) may be . . . Continue reading →