The Westminster Confession of Faith

The Westminster Confession of Faith is one of the great doctrinal standards of the Reformed and Presbyterian tradition. Written in the 17th century by the Westminster Assembly, it remains a faithful and clear summary of what the Bible teaches. At Edgerton First Reformed, we subscribe to the Westminster Confession and hold it in high regard as a trustworthy guide for doctrine and life, always under the authority of Scripture. Whether you’re exploring our church’s beliefs or deepening your own understanding of the Christian faith, we invite you to read and reflect on this historic confession.

Westminster Confession of Faith

Reflections on the Westminster Confession

In addition to making the full Confession available, Pastor Mark is writing through each chapter of the Westminster Confession with short reflections and commentary. These posts help explore the meaning and application of our confessional standards in the life of the church today.

Chapter 1: Of the Holy Scripture

A look at how Scripture reveals God's will and stands as our final authority in faith and life.

Chapter 2: Of God and of the Holy Trinity

A reflection on the unity of God and the mystery of the Trinity—Father, Son, and Holy Spirit—at the heart of our confession and worship.

Chapter 3: Of God’s Eternal Decree

An overview of God’s sovereign plan in election, providence, and redemption, inviting trust in His eternal wisdom and grace.

Chapter 4: Of Creation

A meditation on God's purposeful act of creation, revealing His glory, wisdom, and goodness in all things visible and invisible.

Chapter 5: Of Providence

A comforting look at God’s ongoing governance of creation, affirming His care, sovereignty, and purpose—even in suffering.

Chapter 6: Of the Fall of Man, of Sin, and of the Punishment Thereof

An honest account of humanity’s fallen condition and the devastating effects of sin, pointing to our need for redemption in Christ.

More to Come

Keep watching this page for future reflections on the Westminster Confession of Faith articles.

Why the Westminster Confession Matters Today

The Westminster Confession of Faith is not just a historical document—it continues to offer theological clarity, biblical grounding, and confessional unity for the church today. In a world that often prizes vague spirituality or doctrinal minimalism, the Confession helps us anchor our faith in the rich truths of Scripture and the sovereignty of God in all things.

At Edgerton First Reformed, we don’t elevate the Confession above the Bible—but we do hold it as a faithful summary of what Scripture teaches. It gives us a shared vocabulary, a framework for worship and discipleship, and a reminder that we belong to a historic, global, and Reformed expression of the Christian faith.