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Q66: What are the sacraments? A: The sacraments are visible holy signs and seals appointed by God for this end, that by their use He may the more fully declare and seal to us the promise of the Gospel, namely, that of free grace He grants us the forgiveness of sins...

Our meeting began Thursday afternoon with a devotion led by Rev. Michael Voytek concerning heaven reigning now.  Afterwards, the body proceeded to business. The roll call showed nine ministers and seven elders present.  Acting President Rev. Hank Bowen began the work...

Q65: Since, then, we are made partakers of Christ and all His benefits by faith only, where does this faith come from? A: The Holy Spirit works faith in our hearts by the preaching of the Holy Gospel, and confirms it by the use of the holy sacraments.   Read more and...

In reading the Permanent and Parochial Reports of the Northern Plains Classis, this year might be summed up as taking care of business but holding steady.  The pastors are tending to their duties in their churches, and the committees are seeking to make progress...

Q63: Do our good works merit nothing, even though it is God’s will to reward them in this life and in that which is to come? A: The reward comes not of merit, but of grace. Q64: But does not this doctrine make men careless and profane? A: No, for it is impossible that...

A long-standing Christian heritage. Armenian communities have deep historical roots across the region, including in Iran and Jerusalem. Their presence reminds us of the enduring faithfulness of God through generations.   Find out more about Christians for Armenia at:...

Q62: But why cannot our good works be the whole or part of our righteousness before God? A: Because the righteousness which can stand before the judgment seat of God must be perfect throughout and entirely conformable to the divine law, but even our best works in this...

The next generation of church leaders in Nepal is being prepared. Many men are currently taking weekly pastoral classes, working toward ordination as pastors and elders. Pray that the Lord would equip these men with wisdom, knowledge, and faithfulness as they prepare...

Q61: Why do you say that you are righteous by faith only? A: Not that I am acceptable to God on account of the worthiness of my faith, but because only the satisfaction, righteousness, and holiness of Christ is my righteousness before God; and I can receive the same...

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