I found this article useful. My own experience with small groups runs back to the early 1970’s, over 50 years. Personally I am most impacted by actual Bible Study Groups, which allow for discussion around full Books of the Bible. I prefer to just use the Bible, my version is the KJV. Useful tools include… Continue reading Good Article on Small Group Studies
Category: Confessions and Catechisms
Much of what Mike Ratliff says in this post is difficult to comprehend. Often we confuse sound doctrine with Pharisaism.
“The Greek Word for teaching is διδαχή or didachē. It means instruction or doctrine. The disciples were warned by our Lord to beware of their doctrine. Their doctrine was the evidence that they were lost. Now I know that many believe the doctrine of the Pharisees to be correct, but their problem was their legalism. Those… Continue reading Much of what Mike Ratliff says in this post is difficult to comprehend. Often we confuse sound doctrine with Pharisaism.
A Short lesson on Fables
I appreciate Mike Ratliff’s short message based on Paul’s warning to Timothy. Here are the verses in the KJV. 2 Timothy 4:1-4 I charge thee therefore before God, and the Lord Jesus Christ, who shall judge the quick and the dead at his appearing and his kingdom; 2 Preach the word; be instant in season,… Continue reading A Short lesson on Fables
The Westminster Standards
I was reading a good article on the Westminster Standards this morning. The focus was on the PCA history since its founding on revisions specifically to the Directory of Public Worship. The background is worth reading. The History of the Westminster Assembly & Standards What is a directory of public worship, and why does it… Continue reading The Westminster Standards
Rainbow Trout 