This article discusses the historical background to the Canons of Dort, particularly the disagreement between the Arminians and the Reformed, which led to the Synod of Dort.

This article discusses chapter 5 of the Canons of Dort, on the perseverance of the saints.

This article discusses chapters 3 and 4 of the Canons of Dort, on total depravity and invincible grace.

This article discusses chapter 2 of the Canons of Dort, on limited atonement or particular atonement, over against universal atonement.

This article discusses chapter 1 of the Canons of Dort, on unconditional election.

This article discusses the importance of deacons making regular visits in the congregation. It suggests possible themes, and encourages the use of a visiting schedule.

This article provides a whole set of questions that elders could ask children on home visits.

This article offers various suggested themes for home visit seasons.

How should office bearers report on their home visits? This article explains what kind of detail could be provided at a consistory meeting.

This article explains the importance of separate home visits for young adults, and of caring for singles in the congregation.

This article discusses how elders are to involve the children in home visits.

What should a home visit look like? This article discusses how elders should conduct the visit, and stresses the need to focus on the family’s spiritual life.

This article stresses the importance of office bearers being prepared for home visits, and just how they should be prepared.

This article explains the value in involving the minister in home visits, as time and opportunity permit.

This article stresses the importance of elders knowing their doctrine well, since in home visits they are to equip others with the Scriptures.

This article considers some of the benefits of home visits for both office bearers and the congregation.

The key concern of a home visit is to see whether the citizens of the kingdom of God are living according to the laws of the kingdom. Thus, the author supports the use of the Ten Commandments as a guideline for elders in such visits.

How do elders enter the homes of the sheep? As friends? This article stresses that home visits are conducted by ambassadors of Christ.

Home visits seemingly did not begin until the time of the Reformation. This article explains how the Reformers moved away from the Roman Catholic practice of confession. It also highlights the connection made in history between home visits and the Lord’s Supper.

What is the biblical basis for home visits? This article discusses this question, and shows how pastoral care is to be personal care, in the homes.

This article, in summary form, explains the reason for home visits. They are an extension of the preaching, and prompt us to glorify the Lord.

This article is a sermon on Proverbs 31:10, about what makes a woman a good wife and mother.

This article is a sermon on Proverbs 25:24, about the presence of God in marriage.

This article is a sermon on Proverbs 22:6, about the training of children.

This article is a sermon on Matthew 5:31-32, the teaching of the Lord Jesus on divorce.

This article is a sermon on Genesis 6:1-8, about mixed marriages.

This article is a sermon on Ephesians 6:4, about the duty of Christian fathers.

This article is a sermon on Ephesians 5:25-30, about the task of men in marriage.

This article is a sermon on Ephesians 5:22-24, about the position of women in marriage.

From Genesis 8:22, this article shows that creation displays the faithfulness of God in keeping His word of promise and judgement.

The Lord's Supper was given for our spiritual nourishment, but how must we see Christ's presence at the Lord's Supper? It also looks at Christ's constant faithfulness and teaches us to look to the future.

Baptism as a sign and seal, and how it symbolizes the washing away of sins through the union with Christ

This article discusses tithing in the Old Testament and New Testament, freewill offerings, and our budgeting and giving today. The author also looks at Malachi 3:8-10.

What is the relation between faith and works? If we are justified by faith alone, why are the works important?

This article on the forgiveness of sin, is also about the problem of sin, the confession of sin and the forgiveness of other people.

This article on Song of Songs 2:7 is about sexual intimacy and how this is preserved for marriage.

This article is about Christ coming in the flesh. This is a miracle necessary for our salvation.

Why did the Lord give us sacraments? This article is about the sacraments as a means of grace. The article discusses the sacraments as accent marks, as illustrations of the Spirit, given to strengthen our faith, and to used by the congregation.

This article is about making plans and staying dependent on God. How do we see the providence of God while planning for the future?

When facing adversity and difficult times, we find comfort in the providence of God. This article also look at patience and joy in the suffering of Job and Habakkuk and teaches to look ahead with hope.

This article is about the generosity of the Macedonian Christians as example for our giving today. The author looks at 2 Corinthians 8 and 2 Corinthians 9 and shows the motivation for using our financial gifts, and Jesus Christ as the model for how we should look at our money.

This article is about comfort in Scripture and in our lives. It also shows the importance of repentance for comfort.

This article is about angels as an example to believers, and the holiness and greatness of God. The author also discusses Isaiah 6:1-8.

The Lord speaks to us through his Word, so it is important that we know how to read the Bible.

This article looks at the worldwide Lordship of Christ and what this means for our lives.

This article on the incarnation of Jesus Christ, specifically focuses on Jesus Christ as descended of king David.

This article is about the definition of true faith.

This article on Psalm 37:1-11 looks at what meekness is.

This article is about the place of meditation in the Christian life and the importance of meditating on the great deeds of God.

In this article on the officers and church leadership, the author discusses the characteristics of leadership, officers being shepherds, servants and leaders, and the leaders as an example to the church.