Theology
Psalm 15:2–5 paints the portrait of a worshiper fit to dwell with God: one who walks blamelessly, speaks truth, honors the godly, and shuns evil. These traits—blamelessness, integrity, justice—set a towering standard for abiding on God’s holy mountain. Yet, Psalm 14:3 shatters any illusion: “None do good, not one.” Sin’s stain bars every human heart…
The Heidelberg Catechism, written in 1563, is a cherished Reformed confession that teaches core Christian doctrines through a question-and-answer format. It guides believers in understanding their faith, offering comfort and clarity. This article is part of our ongoing series exploring each Lord’s Day. Read the full series here. Lord’s Day 20 (Questions 53–55) focuses on…
Psalm 15:1 asks, “Who shall sojourn in your tent? Who shall dwell on your holy mountain?” This question, posed by David, pierces the heart of human longing: how can sinners abide in God’s sacred presence? The sermon on Psalm 15 unveils Scripture’s mountain motif, revealing God’s dwelling places across redemptive history. In Genesis, Eden sat…
Jesus, in Mark 12:18–27, confronts the Sadducees’ denial of resurrection with a powerful truth: God’s covenant ensures life beyond death. Quoting Exodus 3, He declares, “I am the God of Abraham, the God of Isaac, and the God of Jacob… He is not God of the dead, but of the living” (Mark 12:26–27). The Sadducees,…
The Heidelberg Catechism, crafted in 1563 by Zacharias Ursinus and Caspar Olevianus, is a cornerstone of Reformed faith. Its 52 Lord’s Days guide weekly study, unfolding the gospel’s comfort through questions on faith and salvation. Lord’s Day 19 examines Christ’s ascension, reign, and return, offering believers enduring hope. This article is part of a series.…
In Mark 12:18–27, the Sadducees, denying the resurrection, try to trap Jesus with a riddle: a woman marries seven brothers, each dying childless. In the resurrection, whose wife is she? Their question mocks the hope of life after death, assuming it contradicts God’s law. Jesus’ response unveils their error and God’s truth. The Sadducees cite…
This article is part of a series. Read the whole series: Heidelberg Catechism. Lord’s Day 18 of the Heidelberg Catechism (Questions 46–49) explores the profound benefits of Christ’s ascension for believers. Far from a mere departure, Christ’s ascent into heaven secures our advocacy, guarantees our future glory, and empowers us through His Spirit. Drawing on insights…
Explore Heidelberg Catechism Lord’s Day 17: Christ’s resurrection assures salvation, empowers new life, and guarantees eternal hope. Deepen your Reformed faith today!
What hope we have in Christ’s resurrection! In Philippians 3:21, Paul declares, “Our Savior, the Lord Jesus Christ, who will transform our lowly bodies to be like his glorious body, by the power that enables him even to subject all things to himself.” What a promise! Our frail, perishable bodies will one day shine like…
The Heidelberg Catechism’s Lord’s Day 16, Questions 40–44, unveils the necessity and profound benefits of Christ’s death, offering believers unshakable assurance. From satisfying God’s justice to delivering us from hell’s torment, Christ’s sacrifice transforms our lives and eternal destiny. These truths, rooted in Scripture, call us to rest in His finished work. Question 40: Why…