The Background to the Current Discussion There is concern by some in the Reformed community that there is too much emphasis on grace, in the doctrine of sanctification, and not enough emphasis on obedience and even godly fear. The question has arisen how . . . Continue reading →
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Another Helpful Distinction: Filial Versus Servile Fear
I was fortunate to have been raised in a two-parent family. I had a great Dad. I had what today would be considered an “old school” upbringing. Mom did most (maybe all) of the spanking but Dad made his presence felt. There . . . Continue reading →
How The Free Offer Of The Gospel Helps Us Understand The Warning Passages
So, we are to indiscriminately proclaim the Gospel of Christ to all without distinction. It is a genuine offer of the Gospel. We know that none hearing the Gospel have the ability in themselves to believe unless God regenerates them, but that . . . Continue reading →
Heidelcast 214: Answering More Texts, Taking Calls, And Continuing The Series Our Father (5)
In this episode we answer two Heidelcalls, one asking about the “threatenings” in Canons of Dort 5.14 and another asking about whether the Holy Spirit “communicates” with us beyond Scripture. We also read some Heideltexts, and a touching email from Hana. This . . . Continue reading →