I'm so surprised this is an issue, it just seems so innocuous. Henry, is dipping one's hands in the baptismal font to remember God's covenant of grace really that scandalous?
Jonathan, I was simply asking for another perspective than Harry's since it represents such an extreme end of the spectrum here. I believe my comment was respectful, I don't especially appreciate the censoring over such a simple post.
I see what Calvin is saying, and I agree, but to me simply dipping one's hands into the water as a reminder doesn't seem to me to be anything beyond that-i.e. a simple reminder. It's not another sacrament-just a reminder of one.
i thought that i read in the spring issue of Calvin Seminary's Forum that baptized children could be admitted, i didn't realize there were restrictions on that. i've seen churches practicing this form of children communion, is that not correct?
One correction: to equate "dynamite" with "dynamis" is an exegetical fallacy. Not every root is related to a word's definition (for instance, the English word "nice" comes from the Latin nescius meaning "ignorant"). Further, dynamite wasn't even invented until the 19th century-it would be crazy to suggest any relation to modern dynamite based on Paul's use of the word power!
A spelling error in this sentence: " For the re-ordering of the human heart to occur it’s lifeline to God’s heart needed repair." "It's" here should not have an apostrophe.
It may be driven by the consumer mentality... but at the heart of it, they want to buy something. Shouldn't we, as adults, do everything we can to nurture that desire? And, why do the adults get to choose the church?
Anywhere the gospel is celebrated, let us gather there.
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I think it's a fantastic idea to dip one's hands in the baptismal water to "remember your baptism". Is this really an issue?
Posted in: Post Baptismal Use of Waters of Baptism?
I'm so surprised this is an issue, it just seems so innocuous. Henry, is dipping one's hands in the baptismal font to remember God's covenant of grace really that scandalous?
Posted in: Post Baptismal Use of Waters of Baptism?
Jonathan, I was simply asking for another perspective than Harry's since it represents such an extreme end of the spectrum here. I believe my comment was respectful, I don't especially appreciate the censoring over such a simple post.
Posted in: Post Baptismal Use of Waters of Baptism?
Sorry I goofed your name.
I see what Calvin is saying, and I agree, but to me simply dipping one's hands into the water as a reminder doesn't seem to me to be anything beyond that-i.e. a simple reminder. It's not another sacrament-just a reminder of one.
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Dominee is Latin
Posted in: Perfect Attendance
I appreciate the relief you found in the parable, but the "long leash" and go-to-church-to-show pastors-you-appreciate-them is both very bad advice.
Scripture says much about membership to a body...not a person...
Posted in: Children at the Lord's Supper
hello there,
i thought that i read in the spring issue of Calvin Seminary's Forum that baptized children could be admitted, i didn't realize there were restrictions on that. i've seen churches practicing this form of children communion, is that not correct?
thanks!
Posted in: Small Group Ministry in the CRC
Hey Allen,
Just wondering if you can recommend some resources (in print or online) for how to lead a good, disciplship based small group.
Thanks--I know you have tons of experience in the field and would love to get some input on how to do it from scratch.
Forbes2000
Posted in: The Holy Spirit and the Sermon – A Friendly Reminder For Those Who Preach
One correction: to equate "dynamite" with "dynamis" is an exegetical fallacy. Not every root is related to a word's definition (for instance, the English word "nice" comes from the Latin nescius meaning "ignorant"). Further, dynamite wasn't even invented until the 19th century-it would be crazy to suggest any relation to modern dynamite based on Paul's use of the word power!
Posted in: The Foolishness of God
This is a great, encouraging piece... thank you!!
A spelling error in this sentence: " For the re-ordering of the human heart to occur it’s lifeline to God’s heart needed repair." "It's" here should not have an apostrophe.
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I am a proud liberal!!
Posted in: Is it Important for Youth to Attend Church with Their Parents?
Great post.
It may be driven by the consumer mentality... but at the heart of it, they want to buy something. Shouldn't we, as adults, do everything we can to nurture that desire? And, why do the adults get to choose the church?
Anywhere the gospel is celebrated, let us gather there.