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Audio: Paul Defends His Ministry | 1 Thessalonians 2:1–6

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on March 9, 2024

A devotion by R. Scott Clark on 1 Thessalonians 2:1–6. Editor’s Note: This audio was originally published by Westminster Seminary California in 2005. RESOURCES Subscribe To The Heidelblog! The Heidelblog Resource Page Heidelmedia Resources The Ecumenical Creeds The Reformed Confessions The Heidelberg . . . Continue reading →

Dr Dan Borvan On The Marks Of The Church

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on March 8, 2024 | 1 Comment

Chris Gordon and Daniel Borvan discuss the three marks of a true church. Continue reading →

Calvin Contra Biblicism

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on March 6, 2024

Nearly half a century after R. T. Kendall published “Calvin and English Calvinism to 1649,” the debate of “Calvin versus the Calvinists” rages on. Kendall’s was not the first attempt at pointing out supposed discontinuity between Calvin and his successors, of course. . . . Continue reading →

Vermont Accused Of Discriminating Against Christian School

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on March 5, 2024

Alliance Defending Freedom attorneys representing Mid Vermont Christian School and two families filed a federal lawsuit Tuesday [November, 21, 2023] against Vermont officials for denying the Christian school and its students from participating in the state’s tuition program and sports league because of . . . Continue reading →

It Is Only Stupid If You Change The Terms

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on March 2, 2024 | 2 Comments

Do Reformed preachers not see the stupidity of telling people not to rely on their works while also saying genuine faith produces good works? It just seems like double-speak to avoid being labeled Catholic or Arminian. I reply: this Reformed preacher fails . . . Continue reading →

With Abounding Grace On The Future Of Israel

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on February 27, 2024

Chris Gordon and Dr. R. Scott Clark continue their conversation about Israel, its current state, its biblical history and the continued problem of anti-semitism plaguing culture today. Continue reading →

Upcoming Conference: Eugene Reformed Bible Study Conference

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on February 24, 2024

Consider attending the upcoming conference at Eugene Reformed on March 16th, 2024. There will be several OPC pastors presenting on topics like the history of the OPC and what it means to be Presbyterian, including S. M. Baugh. You can download the PDF . . . Continue reading →

Audio: A Palace, A Prince, and A Point

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on February 24, 2024

A sermon by R. Scott Clark entitled, “A Palace, a Prince, and a Point” Editor’s Note: This audio was originally published in 2011. RESOURCES Subscribe To The Heidelblog! The Heidelblog Resource Page Heidelmedia Resources The Ecumenical Creeds The Reformed Confessions The Heidelberg . . . Continue reading →

Our Aim Is Love: Dr. A. Craig Troxel—WSC 2024 Annual Conference

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on February 23, 2024 | 1 Comment

Wisdom says, “keep the heart with all vigilance, because from it flow the springs of life.” Paul agrees. To safeguard love as the proper aim of the ministry, we must also consider its source in a “pure heart.” The fountainhead impacts everything . . . Continue reading →

Audio: Gospel-Driven Life—Means of Grace

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on February 17, 2024

R. Scott Clark speaks at the Spring Theology Conference of the Reformation Society of Oregon (May 2009). Editor’s Note: This audio was originally published in 2009. RESOURCES Subscribe To The Heidelblog! The Heidelblog Resource Page Heidelmedia Resources The Ecumenical Creeds The Reformed . . . Continue reading →

Eusebius To The Emperor’s Sister: No Images Of Christ

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on February 16, 2024 | 1 Comment

You also wrote me concerning some supposed image of Christ, which image you wished me to send you. Now what kind of thing is this that you call the image of Christ? I do not know what impelled you to request that . . . Continue reading →

Our Aim Is Love: Dr. Bradley J. Bitner—WSC 2024 Annual Conference

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on February 16, 2024

Paul argues in 1 Timothy 1:5-7 that being mindful of the goal in Christian ministry and discipleship keeps us from swerving and wandering. That goal is love–not a love of power or position or platforming, not a love of winning the argument, . . . Continue reading →

Is Christian Busy-ness A Form Of Legalism?

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on February 14, 2024 | 3 Comments

There is a trend I have been observing over the last ten years or so in our Reformed circles, and now I have been hearing various voices from “the pew” expressing concern in this particular area. That is of a call for . . . Continue reading →

Murray: We Don’t Peek Behind The Curtain

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on February 13, 2024

God has mercy on whom he wills and whom he wills he hardens. Some are vessels for wrath, others for mercy. And ultimate destiny is envisioned in destruction and glory. But this differentiation is God’s action and prerogative, not man’s. And, because . . . Continue reading →

Audio: Gospel-Driven Life—Union With Christ

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on February 10, 2024

Trueman: May Christians Attend Gay Weddings?

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on February 10, 2024 | 7 Comments

It is not hard to guess what reasons a Christian might give for attending a gay wedding: a desire to indicate to the couple that one does not hate them, or a wish to avoid causing offense or hurt. But if either . . . Continue reading →

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