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God the Father: Knowing the First Person of the Trinity The Father Is Not Far Off Acts 17:27: “He is actually not far from each one of...

God the Father: Knowing the First Person of the Trinity Worship Begins with the Father’s Initiative John 4:23: “The hour is coming, and...

Obedience is not a burden—it is the pathway to the Father’s pleasure. This post explores how God delights in the faithful obedience of His children, how Christ modeled that obedience perfectly, and how our Spirit-enabled response brings joy to the heart of the Father.

Few days in history carry as much significance for the church as October 31, 1517. On that day, a German monk named Martin Luther nailed his Ninety-Five Theses to the door of the Castle Church in Wittenberg. What began as an invitation to academic debate became the spark that ignited the Protestant Reformation, changing the course of Christianity and the world.

Human beings were created to reflect the glory of their Creator. This post explores how God the Father designed mankind in His image to reveal His nature, how sin distorted that reflection, and how redemption in Christ restores us to glorify the Father in every sphere of life.

When the fires of persecution raged in England under Queen Mary I, a faithful witness emerged who ensured that the stories of the martyrs would never be forgotten. That man was John Foxe, the author of Foxe’s Book of Martyrs. Through his writing, Foxe gave voice to those who suffered and died for the gospel, preserving their testimonies for future generations. His work became one of the most influential books of the English Reformation.

God the Father: Knowing the First Person of the Trinity Unity Begins in the Father’s Heart John 17:20–21: “I do not ask for these only,...

The Italian Reformation produced more than fiery preachers and courageous martyrs—it also gave the church profound scholars who shaped theology for generations. One of the most significant was Girolamo Zanchi, an Italian humanist-turned-Reformed theologian whose writings systematized the doctrines of grace and God’s sovereignty. Though less famous than Calvin, Zanchi helped give the Reformed tradition its intellectual depth and clarity.

God the Father: Knowing the First Person of the Trinity Salvation Leads to Fellowship 1 John 1:3: “Indeed our fellowship is with the...

The Reformation is often remembered as a movement of Germany, Switzerland, and England. Yet one of its great theologians came from Italy, the very heart of Roman Catholic power. Peter Martyr Vermigli was a brilliant scholar, preacher, and reformer who brought Reformed theology into dialogue with the Catholic world. His scholarship and faithfulness helped shape the English Reformation and enriched the broader Protestant cause.

God the Father: Knowing the First Person of the Trinity Before Anything Was, There Was Love John 17:24: “You loved Me before the...

The Reformation was not only about bold preachers and brilliant theologians; it also required wise organizers who could shape churches according to Scripture. One of the most important of these was Jan Łaski (also known as John à Lasco), a Polish nobleman turned reformer. Though less well-known than Luther or Calvin, Łaski’s work in structuring churches left a lasting impact on the Reformation across Europe.

God the Father: Knowing the First Person of the Trinity God Is Not Repelled by Our Weakness Psalm 103:13–14: “As a father shows...

While William Tyndale is rightly remembered as the pioneer of English Bible translation, another man ensured that the English people received the first complete printed Bible in their own tongue. That man was Miles Coverdale, a preacher, translator, and faithful servant of Christ. His labor gave the English church a treasure beyond measure—the whole counsel of God in a language they could understand.

Sanctification is not an extra feature for elite believers—it is the Father’s desire for every child. He who justifies also sanctifies. He saves us from sin and reshapes us in holiness.

Among the Reformers of the sixteenth century, few were as fiery and uncompromising as John Knox, the leader of the Reformation in Scotland. A disciple of John Calvin, Knox brought the truths of the gospel to his homeland with boldness that shook both church and state. His preaching earned him enemies in high places, yet his legacy transformed Scotland and laid the foundation for Presbyterianism worldwide.

God the Father: Knowing the First Person of the Trinity God Rules the World—Not Just the Church Psalm 47:8: “God reigns over the nations;...

When Ulrich Zwingli fell in battle at Kappel in 1531, the future of the Swiss Reformation seemed uncertain. Into this moment stepped Heinrich Bullinger, a young pastor and theologian whose steady leadership preserved and expanded Zwingli’s work. Though less fiery than Zwingli and less renowned than Calvin, Bullinger became one of the most influential Reformers of the sixteenth century, known for his pastoral heart, prolific writing, and commitment to the unity of the church.

Paragraph 9 of Chapter 19 closes the discussion of God’s law by asserting that true obedience springs not from servile fear but from the regenerating power of the Holy Spirit. While believers are no longer justified by the law, they are enabled by grace to keep it more and more. The law no longer threatens but instructs. Far from being abolished, the law is now written on the hearts of God’s people, who obey out of love and reverence.

When John Calvin died in 1564, many wondered what would become of the Reformation in Geneva. Would the movement falter without its great theologian and pastor? Into this moment stepped Theodore Beza, Calvin’s trusted friend and successor. Beza’s long life and faithful ministry ensured that Calvin’s legacy not only endured but also expanded across Europe.