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Is the Reformation Over?

September 8, 2016

Join us for our 2017 Annual Conference as we celebrate the 500th anniversary of the Protestant Reformation and explore its history, theology, and abiding relevance for the church today.

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Multiplication

September 6, 2016

The Jerusalem church’s appointment of seven servants to care for widows is a pivotal event in the spread of Christ’s gospel after the Holy Spirit’s descent at Pentecost.

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Hebrews 12

September 5, 2016

Office Hours talks to Dr. S.M. Baugh, Professor of New Testament, about Hebrews 12 in the context of the Old Testament, New Testament, the book of Hebrews, and the original Greek text. 

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Opening Convocation – Fall 2016

September 1, 2016

Dr. Godfrey's Fall 2016 opening convocation from Ephesians 4.

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Who are the Reformers: Heinrich Bullinger

August 30, 2016

Heinrich Bullinger is often called the Father of Covenant Theology. In this edition of Who are the Reformers, Dr. Godfrey teaches us about Bullinger and his impact on Covenant Theology and the Lord's Supper.

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Who Are the Reformers: Zacharias Ursinus

August 22, 2016

Dr. R. Scott Clark tells us about the primary author of the Heidelberg Catechism in this week's edition of “Who are the Reformers?”

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Pastoral Ministry and the Grace of the Doctrines

August 22, 2016

Office Hours talks to Rev. CJ den Dulk, pastor at Trinity Christian Reformed Church in Sparta Michigan, about his time at Westminster Seminary California and pastoral ministry.

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Who Are the Reformers: Theodore Beza

August 4, 2016

Dr. Godfrey teaches us about impressive French theologian and scholar, Theodore Beza.

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Who are the Reformers: Philipp Melanchthon

July 20, 2016

Dr. R. Scott Clark teaches us more about Philipp Melanchthon, one of the most unjustly neglected figures of the Reformation, in this week's installment.

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Who Are the Reformers: Huldrych Zwingli

July 11, 2016

Dr. W. Robert Godfrey teaches us about Huldrych Zwingli in today's newest installment of “Who are the Reformers?”

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Who are the Reformers: John Calvin

June 22, 2016

Dr. R. Scott Clark gives a brief history of French Reformer, John Calvin.

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The God of All Comfort and Mercy

May 10, 2016

The Lord comforts us through the resurrection comfort of Christ, and does this so that we may then pass this comfort on to others as they suffer.

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Spiritual Gifts: Are Signs and Wonders for Today?

May 5, 2016

Paul corrects the church in Corinth's worldly view of spiritual gifts by grounding the use of all gifts in love.

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Uncomfortable Condescension

May 3, 2016

 Jesus' life proved that humility leads to glory. It is only when we see how much we have been served by Christ when we can forsake ourselves and count it a joy to follow in the example of Christ–and wash the feet of the saints. It is through suffering and humility that we follow in Christ's footsteps, and through suffering we can rejoice until our mortal bodies are glorified. 

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Momentary Affliction, Eternal Glory

April 28, 2016

To those who are weary and tired, Paul exhorts them to “not lose heart.”  How is this possible?  While the afflictions are momentary, eternal glory awaits for those who are in Christ. 

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The Unmaking of a Man of God

April 26, 2016

 God makes faithful ministers through prayer, study, and suffering. Over the years he purposes to diminish our self-confidence and bring us into greater dependence on grace. The ever increasing discovery of our weakness makes us increasingly effective shepherds of God's flock.

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A Merciful, Public, Integral Ministry

April 19, 2016

The Apostle Paul's defense of his ministry against the accusations of the self-described “super apostles” and other critics is instructive for ministers young and old. In contrast to theirs, his ministry began with God's mercy to sinners in Christ, was conducted in the open for all to see, and unlike his critics, his preaching and life were consistent.

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How Great is their Darkness

April 14, 2016

In 2 Cor 4:3–6, Paul asserts the deadly work of Satan on unbelievers blinding them to the glory and life-giving light of Christ in his gospel which believers know and which shapes his ministry.

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The Five-fold chain

April 12, 2016

 As Paul encourages Timothy to press on in his ministry, he describes the Gospel and its spread. It is all the work of God, and yet the Lord's servants play a crucial role. 

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The Temptation of Jesus

April 5, 2016

Jesus’ temptation in the wilderness replicated key moments of human faithlessness. Where others—like Adam, Israel, and you and me—failed, he remained faithful. 

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