Heidelvideo #10—The Heart of Justification Explained

by Heidelblog on March 27, 2026 | Comment

Dr. R. Scott Clark explores the fundamental theological divide between the Reformation and the Roman Catholic Church regarding how a sinner is justified before God. He examines the Council of Trent’s decrees to highlight why the distinction between being justified and being sanctified remains a critical barrier to conversion. Continue reading →

Heidelvideo #9—Is Grace a Medicine or God’s Favor?

by Heidelblog on March 20, 2026

Dr. R. Scott Clark explains why the Roman Catholic view of grace as a medicinal substance to be infused and cooperated with contradicts the biblical definition of grace as God’s free, unconditional favor. Continue reading →

Heidelvideo #8—Why I’m Not Roman Catholic: History of the 7 Sacraments

by Heidelblog on March 13, 2026

Dr. R. Scott Clark explores the historical development of the seven sacraments and why the Reformation only recognizes the two instituted by Christ. He examines the Council of Trent and medieval debates to show how ecclesiastical practices evolved into dogma over time. Continue reading →

Heidelvideo #7—Why I’m Not Roman Catholic (Part 3)

by Heidelblog on March 6, 2026

Dr. R. Scott Clark discusses the critical differences between Roman Catholic and Reformed views on apostolic tradition and church authority. Continue reading →

Heidelvideo #6—Why I’m Not Roman Catholic (Part 2)

by Heidelblog on February 27, 2026

Dr. R. Scott Clark examines why many are drawn to Roman Catholicism and explains why the Papacy is an essential, yet historically late, development that defines the Roman Church. Continue reading →

Heidelvideo #5—Why I’m Not a Roman Catholic with R. Scott Clark

by Heidelblog on February 20, 2026

Dr. R. Scott Clark explores the reasons behind evangelical conversions to Roman Catholicism and explains why he remains committed to the Reformed tradition. Continue reading →

Heidelvideo #4—On The Distinction Between Law And Gospel (Part 3)

by Heidelblog on February 13, 2026

In Heidelvideo episode 4 Dr Clark responds to some criticisms of the Reformation distinction between law and gospel. Continue reading →

Heidelvideo #3—On The Distinction Between Law And Gospel (Part 2)

by Heidelblog on February 6, 2026

In Heidelvideo episode 3 Dr Clark continues a three-part series on distinguishing law and gospel. Continue reading →

Video: Blessed Assurance—The Christian Comforted

by Heidelblog on February 2, 2026

This talk is by Dr. R. Scott Clark on day two of Westminster Seminary California’s Annual Conference. This year, the topic was “Blessed Assurance: Resting in the Promises of God.” One of the most comforting truths of the Christian life is the . . . Continue reading →

Heidelvideo #2—On The Distinction Between Law And Gospel (Part 1)

by Heidelblog on January 30, 2026

In Heidelvideo episode 2 Dr Clark begins a three-part series on distinguishing law and gospel. Continue reading →

Video: The Story Behind the Heidelberg Catechism with R. Scott Clark

by Heidelblog on January 23, 2026

What is your only comfort in life and in death? Dr. R. Scott Clark joins Michael Horton to discuss his 1,000 page commentary on one of the greatest Protestant confessions: the Heidelberg Catechism. Learn the story behind the catechism and why it . . . Continue reading →

Heidelvideo #1—John Cleese Is Wrong: Christ Is In The Old Testament

by Heidelblog on January 16, 2026

Recently comedian John Cleese, of Monty Python fame, posted on X, “That’s why MAGA ‘Christians’ prefer the Old Testament to the New Testament. Christ isn’t in it.” He could not be more wrong. RESOURCES All the Heidelvideos Heidelvideo on YouTube Subscribe To . . . Continue reading →

Video: How Disney Facilitated And Monetized Perpetual Adolescence And Created A New Religion Along The Way

by Heidelblog on January 9, 2026

In 2025, a woman spent $35,000 on a Disney vacation. She isn’t a billionaire—she is a “Disney Adult.” This video investigates how Disney spent forty years engineering a generation of adults to treat a children’s brand like a religion. In this business . . . Continue reading →

Video: Project Geneva—Law Gospel

by Heidelblog on January 2, 2026

Rev. Schexnayder teaches on the relationship between the Law and the Gospel, showing how God’s Law confronts us with the truth about our sin—“through the law comes knowledge of sin” (Romans 3:20)—and reveals our deep need for grace. He points us to . . . Continue reading →

Ben Sasse And Spencer Cox On How To Disagree Like Americans

by Heidelblog on December 26, 2025

To open the NGA 2024 Summer Meeting, after a presentation of colors by the Utah National Guard and performance of the National Anthem by country artist Cole Hartley, Utah Governor Spencer Cox spoke with University of Florida President Ben Sasse about toxic . . . Continue reading →

Video: Have Archaeologists Discovered Biblical Bethsaida?

by Heidelblog on December 19, 2025

In this video, Shane Rosenthal, host of The Humble Skeptic podcast explores the archaeological dig site at El-Araj on the north shore of the Sea of Galilee and talks with some of the archaeologists working there. Could this be the true location . . . Continue reading →

Video: From Bishops, to Super-Pastors, to Gig Eva Personalities.

by Heidelblog on December 12, 2025

Rev. Chris Gordon, Rev. Dr. Daniel Borvan, and Rev. Adam Kaloostian discuss the historical and theological development of the pastoral office, tracing its evolution from the biblical model of a humble, serving presbuteros and episkopos to the centralized authority of the Pope . . . Continue reading →

Video: Reformed Poli-Sci Guys on the Young (and New?) Right

by Heidelblog on December 5, 2025

Listen as Brad Isbell from the Presbycast and some Reformed Poli-Sci Guys talk about the Young (and New?) Right Continue reading →

Video: The Heidelberg Catechism: Theology, Piety & Practice with Dr. R. Scott Clark

by Heidelblog on November 28, 2025

Rev. Chris Gordon welcomes his dear friend, Dr. R. Scott Clark, to the studio to discuss Dr. Clark’s new book, The Heidelberg Catechism: A Historical, Theological, Pastoral Commentary. The book reflects on the catechism’s theology, piety, and practice and offers commentary on . . . Continue reading →

Video: Is Mary Co-Mediator With Jesus?

by Heidelblog on November 21, 2025

In the statement, Mater Populi Fidelis, the Roman Catholic Church clarifies and modifies some of its language about Mary. As a Protestant, Pastor Adriel Sanchez shares what he appreciates, and where he still pushes back, on Marian Catholic teaching. RESOURCES Subscribe To . . . Continue reading →