V. THE COVENANT AND BAPTISM: 1. Especially is the question of baptism of importance in connection with the covenant. This is evident when we notice that baptism is the sign of the covenant. All the errors and misunderstanding’s about the covenant that one has will appear in the treatment of baptism. We all ought to […]
IV. Principles For Our Discussion: (continued) 5. In our study of the Scriptural doctrine of the covenant are we bound by any other principles than those in the Word of God? This question serves to bring out that there are no other principles than those of the written Word of God which are binding for […]
IV. Principles for Our Discussion: (Since we do not have the time and space to bring out the detailed issues which are debated in connection with the covenant, let us propose some questions to bring some of the issues to our attention and also some answers to indicate the principles which should guide us in […]
I. Method of Study, or Approach: A. In our study of all theological questions we must come to an understanding through a study of the historical background of the question. For a mature and confessional stand it is therefore our first obligation to orientate ourselves with the work and discussion on the question in the […]
As you know the sub-heading of our general theme for this month’s issue is a frequently discussed matter. Nevertheless, it is but fitting that we include this subject under the discussion of the glory of God. Not only to make the scope of our general theme complete; but also due to the ease which our […]
Often when one begins to study science he is informed by many prejudiced individuals that one who believes what science teaches cannot believe what Scripture teaches. In order to support their arguments they will refer to the great astronomer Laplace who stated that “God is a hypothesis which cannot be proved”. Of course they never […]
One hears the remark made repeatedly in our day, that they would rather go back to lower wages and lower prices, rather than have the present high wages and higher prices. There is much dissatisfaction in our day in the ranks of labor which is evidenced by the many strikes and disregard of authority, and […]
The subject comprises two aspects, namely, that God’s glory is revealed in the Christian school, and consequently also reflected. To what degree the glory of God is taught and reflected depends on many conditions. I. COVENANT PUPILS. The Christian school is very closely related to the home. It is not subordinate to it, nor does […]
I. Introduction. A. Blessed, indeed, is a Christian home. Children are a heritage of the Lord. a. “And blest the man whose age is cheered, By stalwart sons and daughters fair; No enemies by him are feared, No lack of love, no want of care.” b. See Psalm 127:3-5. 2. Every member in the family […]
I.—The Church is Never the Work of Man. It is sad but true that the error of Arminianism is rampant in the Church of today. This heresy is a denial of the sovereignty and glory of God in respect to the origin, the realization and preservation of the Church. It teaches that the origin, the […]