Receive Your King | Psalm 24 & Luke 24 | The Ascension
The Ascension of Christ is more than a line in a creed—it’s a vital truth that changes how we live today. This message from Psalm 24 explores the purpose and power of Jesus’ Ascension and how His ongoing reign gives us boldness and hope. Join us as we reflect on why Christ’s arrival at the right hand of the Father is good news for every believer.
Westminster Confession of Faith Chapter 6: Of the Fall of Man, of Sin, and of the Punishment Thereof
In our faith journey, understanding the nature of sin and its impact on our lives is crucial for personal growth and spiritual development. Chapter 6 of the Westminster Confession of Faith (WCF), titled "Of the Fall of Man, of Sin, and of the Punishment Thereof," offers profound insights into sin's origin, nature, and consequences. This chapter is a theological exposition and a roadmap that helps believers navigate the challenges of living in a fallen world. Let's break down the critical points of this chapter in a way that's accessible and meaningful for everyday life.
Westminster Confession of Faith Chapter 5: Of Providence
As we navigate through the complexities of life, the doctrine of God's providence offers us immense comfort and guidance. This is the theme of Chapter 5 of the Westminster Confession of Faith (WCF), a foundational document for churches in the Reformed tradition. As a congregation recently making our home in the Evangelical Presbyterian Church, we are working through the Confession to get to know it better.
This chapter, titled "Of Providence," delves into understanding how God interacts with the world He has created. It is a complex topic, but the Westminster Confession helps us understand this concisely and is accessible to everyone, regardless of theological background.
Westminster Confession of Faith Chapter 4: Creation
As a congregation recently aligned with the Evangelical Presbyterian Church, we will continue working through the Westminster Confession of Faith on this blog. I hope this will deepen your understanding of our faith's theological foundations. The Westminster Confession of Faith and the Larger and Shorter Catechisms are cornerstone documents embodying the rich theological heritage of the Reformed faith. Today, we focus on Chapter 4 of the Westminster Confession of Faith, which discusses God’s creative work.
Westminster Confession of Faith Chapter 3: God’s Eternal Decree
As an Evangelical Presbyterian Church, we stand proudly in the Reformed tradition. We subscribe to the Westminster Confession of Faith, a cornerstone document articulating the Reformed faith's core tenets. Among its chapters, Chapter 3 stands out for delving into the profound and sometimes challenging doctrine of God's eternal decree. It ventures into the territory of God's sovereignty and human freedom, a topic that has intrigued, challenged, and even confused believers for centuries. Let’s look at a few key points of this chapter of the confession. Let's quickly unpack this chapter to make its teachings accessible and meaningful for our daily walk.
Westminster Confession of Faith: Chapter 2
As we continue looking at the Westminster Confession of Faith, we dive into Chapter 2. After speaking on Holy Scripture in Chapter 1, we turn the page and zoom in on God and the Holy Trinity. It is a heavy topic, to be sure, but the Westminster Confession of Faith takes this difficult topic and condenses it down for us in a helpful and terse way.
Westminster Confession of Faith: Chapter 1
The first chapter of the Westminster Confession deals with the topic of Holy Scripture and it answers some important question for us about the Bible, such as:
- How do we know God and his will for us?
- What are the books that make up the Bible?
- How do we know that the Bible is God's word and has authority over us?
- How can we be sure that what the Bible says is true?