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A Year through Calvin's Institutes (1559) b by You can see a larger version of the paper or print it out by clicking the appropriate button or drop down menu above.

I have stumbled upon an interesting new Bible study software program called ScriptureDirect, which is dedicated to study of the New Testament. The makers of this software have also made a fun little movie called Back to the Source, which can be viewed or downloaded for free. The movie takes you on a journey with … Continue reading Back to the Source: A Cool, Fun, Free Movie on Keys to Bible Interpretation

The following prayer for the Untied States of America was composed by George Washington on June 8, 1783, and sent to the governors of the states: Almighty God, we make our earnest prayer that Thou wilt keep the United States in thy holy protection, that Thou wilt incline the hearts of the citizens to cultivate … Continue reading George Washington’s Prayer for the United States

I remember one of my professors as Covenant Theological Seminary declaring in class one day that "Reformed theology isn't perfect; it is just the best we can do." Well, of course he was referring to Reformed Presbyterian theology, so I cannot agree that it is the best we can do. But I would say the … Continue reading Reformed Baptist Theology Isn’t Perfect….

I have been teaching through the book of Ephesians lately, and while studying about the apostles and prophets in 4:11, my research led me to some interesting comments in The Didache. Although there are some strange things to be found in this document, it does give us an intriguing glimpse as to the practices of … Continue reading A Timely Warning From the Didache

This picture reminded me of how we can all sometimes feel. We can all feel as though we are weighed down with a heavy burden, and, try as we might, we just can't seem to get anywhere. I have found at times like these I am generally feeling this way because I have begun to … Continue reading Are You Feeling Weighed Down?

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jLRue4nwJaA I saw this over on Steve Camp's blog, Camp On This, and just had to share it here as well. I would only add that I am not entirely sure what I think of Piper's final statement, that "God is most glorified in you when you are satisfied in the midst of loss, not … Continue reading John Piper on the Prosperity Gospel

As a pastor I have often been asked about the plethora of translations and how a believer can be certain that he has the Word of God, especially if he doesn't know Hebrew or Greek. I am often asked basically, "Have I really missed something important if I don't know Hebrew or Greek?" Well, after … Continue reading The Doctrine of Perspicuity and a Plethora of Translations