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The Ten Commandments | part 6: the second use

Running time: 9:11

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The second “table” of the Ten Commandments is an objective standard for civil order and righteousness. Its principles are reflected among every people group, even among those who deny that the Ten Commandments are from God. Any society in gross violation of the second table is inevitably a cesspool of immorality.

The Ten Commandments | part 5: the first use for Christians

Running time: 9:16

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Last time we talked about the law thrashing unbelievers and driving them to see their need for Jesus Christ. This time we talk about how the law ought to do the same thing for Christians.

The Ten Commandments | part 4: the first use of the law

Running time: 9:36

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The first way to apply the Ten Commandments to your life is to let them show you, one by one, how you have failed to keep them. This uncomfortable exercise is necessary for you to see your need for Jesus Christ and appreciate the magnitude of what He has done.

The Ten Commandments | part 3: more basic principles

Running time: 8:18

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New Covenant Christians must understand the Ten Commandments and apply them to their lives. Concerning both internal and external purity, the Ten Commandments encompass all areas of life, and command the opposite of what they forbid.

The Ten Commandments | part 2: law and covenant

Running time: 8:31

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Knowing which commands God wants you to follow is not as easy as just flipping open the Bible and doing the first thing you read. God always gives His commands (laws) to people in the context of different covenants. If you get this, you’ll be ready to apply any of His laws in the Bible to your life in the right way, and not in some freakish, base way.

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What is the Reformed Faith?

An introduction to the Christian worldview and the basic teachings of the Bible. Learn the basic differences among the main groups in the broad Christian tradition, and that “the Reformed faith” is just a nickname for the teachings of Jesus Christ.

Heidelberg Catechism Study Guide for Families

An exposition of a most treasured summary of the Bible’s basic teachings. Learn how you can be clear about the glory of Christ in His triumph over our sinful misery, so that you can pass it down to the next generation.

What We Believe

So that everyone visiting this website and our churches knows exactly what we believe and teach, we state our faith right alongside historic and Reformed Christian churches.

The Ecumenical Creeds

Ancient summaries of basic Bible teachings written in part to defend God’s people against heresies sadly still alive today.

The Three Forms of Unity

500-year-old summaries of basic Bible teachings written in part to defend God’s people from deep-seated theological and moral corruption in all kinds of false churches and movements.

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Recent Comments

MIKE DUCKETT on Apostles' Creed

Great article. Thanks for the help.… continue reading »

Rev. Danny Hyde on Apostles' Creed

Mike, You ask a frequently asked question. I would encourage you to read my article, "In Defense of the Descendit: A Confessional Response to Contemporary Critics of Christ’s Descent into Hell," in The Confessional Presbyterian (2007), which is … continue reading »

Rev. Tom Morrison on Apostles' Creed

Mike, Thanks for emailing. While the Apostles' Creed is not on the same level as the Scriptures, in terms of authority, it is a tried and true part of church tradition. That is, the church has approved this creed as an accurate summary of true Chr… continue reading »

Rev. Sawtelle on Hebrews 12:1-17 | The Race of Faith

Brett, Happy to hear that you are looking for a Reformed church. I dont think there are many solid, confessionally Reformed churches out in Boulder. I am aware of a URC church down in Denver. I know that might be a bit of a drive for you, but if you… continue reading »

MIKE DUCKETT on Apostles' Creed

if we really don't believe that Christ decended into hell after his death why would we continue to say it that way.… continue reading »

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