Have I mentioned that I really appreciate R. Scott Clark’s exposition of the Heidelberg Catechism? This post in particular shows the care that is needed when distinguishing between various definitions of the law’s uses. In a few short paragraphs Clark explains and defends the proper Reformation understanding which was...
The Heidelberg Catechism
The Fruit of Conversion
I really enjoyed reading this post by R. Scott Clark over at The Heidelblog. Much of Evangelicalism has mistaken a decision made during an alter call as conversion- even if that person continues in impenitent sin. The scriptures however paint an entirely different picture. A person who is truly...
Heidelberg 86: Why Good Works?
In case you missed it, R. Scott Clark had a great post Monday at The Heidelblog on question 86 of the Heidleberg Catechism. The question asks, Since we have been delivered from our misery by grace through Christ without any merit of our own, why then should we do good works? The answer?...
Amen
Meanwhile in Eastbourne, Andrew Wilson discovers the second most profound Q & A from the Heidelberg. Have you discovered it yet? You must! Read: That Little Word “Amen”
Heidelberg 64: Sanctification By Grace Versus Sanctification By Scolding | The Heidelblog
Heidelberg 64 R. Scott Clark hits another one out of the ballpark with his commentary on Heidelberg 64. Here is the Q & A 64: Q. But doesn’t this teaching make people indifferent and wicked? A. No. It is impossible for those grafted into Christ through true faith not to produce fruits of...
Heidelberg 63: Rewards Merited For Us By Christ And Given Freely To Believers | The Heidelblog
R. Scott Clark over at The Heidelblog tackles Heidelberg 63 today. Q. How can our good works be said to merit nothing when God promises to reward them in this life and the next? A. This reward is not earned; it is a gift of grace. Clark elaborates, The good news is that Christ has...