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Casting the Seed: Reformed Mission Services

Casting the Seed: Reformed Mission Services

Many Christians feel intimidated by evangelism. We worry about saying the wrong thing or not having all the answers. During a recent SEED (Serve, Engage, Evangelize, Disciple) trip, participants learned an encouraging truth: our responsibility is not to change hearts...

Casting the Seed: Reformed Mission Services

Reformed Herald: Reflections

In the 1983 February issue of the Reformed Herald, the late Rev. George Syms wrote on the necessity of prayer: “Prayer is the instrument whereby such growth is sought from the Lord. ‘If any man lacks wisdom, let him ask of God…and it shall be given him’ (James 1:5)....

Casting the Seed: Reformed Mission Services

The Quiet Work of Pastoral Care

Some of the most important work a pastor does happens far from the pulpit. Walking with grieving families, counseling those facing difficult circumstances, and patiently pointing struggling believers back to Christ often requires countless unseen hours of prayer,...

Casting the Seed: Reformed Mission Services

Heidelberg Catechism – Questions 99-100 (Lord’s Day 36)

Q. 99 What is required in the third commandment? A. That we must not by cursing, or by false swearing, nor yet by unnecessary oaths, profane or abuse the name of God; nor even by our silence and connivance be partakers of these horrible sins in others; and in summary,...

Casting the Seed: Reformed Mission Services

Christians for Armenia: An Example of Christian Courage

Dr. George Edward White served as president of Anatolia College during one of the darkest chapters in Armenian history. As the Armenian Genocide unfolded, he witnessed unspeakable atrocities, documented what he saw, and worked tirelessly to rescue Armenian orphans....

Casting the Seed: Reformed Mission Services

Nepal Flooding Update

An update on the Nepal brethren in the wake of the flash flooding occurring August 29. Rev. Roe reports over 80 missing and 30 taken home to the Lord. Pray for the search and rescue, relief for those in need, and the preservation of the church in Nepal. The post Nepal...

Casting the Seed: Reformed Mission Services

Heidelberg Catechism – Questions 96-98 (Lord’s Day 35)

Q. 96 What does God require in the second commandment? A. That we in no way make any image of God, nor worship Him in any other way than He has commanded us in His Word. Q. 97 May we not make any image at all? A. God may not and cannot be imaged in […] The post...

Casting the Seed: Reformed Mission Services

RFL: Strengthening the Bonds of Fellowship

This June, Reformed Faith and Life had the privilege of participating in the URCNA Synod in Calgary, Alberta, where nearly 200 delegates gathered to conduct the work of Christ’s Church. During the missions evening, Rev. Eric Kayayan introduced the ministries of...

Casting the Seed: Reformed Mission Services

Writing a Spiritual Love Letter

Passing Christian Truth to the Next Generation One of the most meaningful gifts you can leave your family is a written testimony of God’s faithfulness. Separate from your legal will, a spiritual love letter allows you to share the Christian convictions, lessons,...

Casting the Seed: Reformed Mission Services

Heidelberg Catechism – Question 95 (Lord’s Day 34)

Q. 95 What is idolatry? A. Idolatry is to conceive or have something else in which to place our trust instead of, or besides, the one true God who has revealed Himself in His Word. Read more and view the full series: https://rcus.org/heidelberg-catechism-visuals/...