To give a concise and accurate opinion of these Aphorisms, is no easy task. This difficulty arises from the great number of separate propositions, which are neither always consistent with truth nor with one another. As a book, it abounds in moral . . . Continue reading →
2026 Archive
Heidelcast: Superfriends Saturday: The Relationship of “Historical Theologian” to the Offices of the Church
In this episode of the Heidelcast, the Superfriends talk about the offices of the church. Continue reading →
Owen: Christ’s Obedience For Us Belongs To A Different Class Than Ours
We do by no means assign the same place, condition, state, and use to the obedience of Christ imputed to us, and our obedience performed to God. If we did, they were really inconsistent. And therefore those who affirm that our obedience . . . Continue reading →
Knowing the Measure of Our Days: Psalm 39 (Part 2)
Previously, we beheld David crushed by the gravity of what his sin deserved—namely, death. Yet because of the purity of the Lord, he will not protest or complain; the psalmist will not raise a hand against heaven or clamor against the Holy . . . Continue reading →
Heidelvideo #4—On The Distinction Between Law And Gospel (Part 3)
In Heidelvideo episode 4 Dr Clark responds to some criticisms of the Reformation distinction between law and gospel. Continue reading →
Perkins: Justification By Works Is An opinion Settled In Nature
That a man should be justified by works is an opinion settled in nature, as may appear in them who crucified our Savior Christ. For when they were pricked in their hearts at Peter’s sermon, they said, “Men and brethren, what shall . . . Continue reading →
Heidelminicast: What is Reformed Theology (Part 2): The Doctrine of God
In this episode Dr. Clark talks about Reformed Theology. Continue reading →
Review: Conceived By The Holy Spirit: The Virgin Birth In Scripture and Theology By Rhyne R. Putman
Christ is the heart of the Christian faith. God the Son became incarnate. In assuming a true human nature, God the Son is the man Jesus Christ. His work for our salvation is all-encompassing of every moment of his incarnation. Reformed churches . . . Continue reading →
Machen’s Last Battle
Dr Machen answered my call to help in presenting the cause of The Presbyterian Church of America in Bismarck, North Dakota. The Presbytery of Bismarck of the Presbyterian Church in the U.S.A. had painted Dr. Machen as a very unsavory and troublesome . . . Continue reading →
Did Clement of Rome Teach Justification By Faith And Works?
Legend has it that because so many converted to Christianity under the preaching of Clement of Rome, even among the Roman elite, Emperor Trajan exiled him to the marble quarries in Cherson, a colony in modern-day Ukraine. There, under the hot sun, alongside thousands of fellow Christians all parched from their labor, Clement performed a miracle. Continue reading →
On Jefferson’s Bible
The “Jefferson Bible” is arguably the most controversial religious text in American history. Perhaps the other most obvious contender is Joseph Smith’s Book of Mormon. But while the Book of Mormon has become one of the most printed and widely distributed books . . . Continue reading →
Heidelminicast: What is Reformed Theology (Part 1): Introduction
In this episode Dr. Clark talks about Reformed Theology. Continue reading →
Christ Continues to Build His Church: Mission Milan Update
We are deeply thankful for your prayers, encouragement, and faithful support of Mission Milan. Because of your partnership in the gospel, the Word of Christ continues to be proclaimed clearly and joyfully here in Italy. It is a privilege to labor in this land and to witness the quiet, steady work of the Lord as he builds his church through ordinary means—Word, sacrament, prayer, and fellowship. Continue reading →
Trueman: A Lethal Difference Of Attitude
There is all the difference in the world between the one who signs a confession because he passionately believes it to be an accurate summary of scriptural teaching and the one who signs it because, at a pinch, he can just about . . . Continue reading →
A New Home for Peace URC in Vancouver, WA
Peace United Reformed Church began as a church plant in February 2020. Through lockdowns, fear, and a pandemic, God continued to grow this work in Vancouver, WA. We began meeting just on Sunday evenings for worship. A local church graciously allowed us . . . Continue reading →
Heidelminicast: Doubts About Political Theology
In this episode Dr. Clark talks about political theology. Continue reading →
Federal Court Overturns California’s Gender Secrecy Policies
In a landmark class-action ruling, Thomas More Society achieved a historic victory in Mirabelli, et al. v. Olson, et al., ending California’s gender secrecy policies and restoring transparency and parental involvement in public education. The decision and federal court order issuing a . . . Continue reading →
Rethinking the Crusades
The History Channel reminds us that on November 27, 1095, Pope Urban II ordered the First Crusade. Before 1979 it was more difficult than it is today to imagine such a thing, a leader of a world religion ordering a military crusade to conquer . . . Continue reading →
Top Five Posts For The Week Of February 2–8, 2026
These were the top five posts for the week of February 2–8, 2026. Continue reading →
Heidelcast For February 8, 2026: Missions: with Chad Vegas and Chris Gordon
In this episode Dr Clark talks with Chris Gordon and Chad Vegas. Continue reading →