Tag: confessions

  • Reformed Theology (Part 4)

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    “Reformed theology is historical and confessional. Tradition can be the bane or blessing of the church. Tradition hurts the church when we elevate it to divine authority (Matt. 15:6–9) but helps the church when each generation receives, examines, and passes on what our predecessors learned from the prophetic and apostolic word (2 Tim. 2:2). Innovation…

  • Reformed Theology (Part 3)

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    3. Reformed theology helps us to understand and apply all Scripture. In Reformed exegesis and hermeneutics, context is king. The largest context is what the whole Bible teaches on the particular topic at hand. Since all Scripture is inspired or “breathed out” by God (2 Tim. 3:16), the Bible presents a coherent message on each…

  • Reformed Theology (Part 2)

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    2. Reformed theology uses logic, but takes its stand on the Bible. We must use logic to communicate clearly and coherently. Otherwise, we speak in empty riddles that darken people’s minds instead of bringing light. However, human wisdom cannot lead us to God (1 Cor. 1:21). God is so much greater than we are, and…