That is, to make a defense for the hope that is in you? (1 Peter 3:15) Many of us are familiar with this passage and its emphasis on apologetics (or defending the faith), yet so many Christians, including myself, can see this task as daunting or intimidating. You may think to yourself any of the following questions: What if I'm unclear? What if I don't know enough? W...

"What is your only comfort in life and in death?" This is the first question that is found in the Heidelberg Catechism. The Heidelberg Catechism was first published in Heidelberg, Germany in 1563. The catechism contains 129 questions and answers divided into 52 Lord's days. Its original purpose was to be read in one year, either on Sundays or during the week for persona...

The elders of Omaha Bible Church gathered for their monthly meeting on Wednesday, October 21, 2020. We opened our meeting with a reading and discussion of the London Baptist Confession of 1689, Chapter 13: Of Sanctification. We were encouraged to be reminded that through union with Christ, the effectual calling of God, and the regeneration of the Spirit, believers have be...