Daily Archives: January 26, 2010

Calvin on I Corinthians 12

I am rather inclined, however, to understand him as referring to the Supper, as he makes mention of drinking, for I haev no doubt that he intended to make an allusion to the similitude of the sign.–John Calvin on I … Continue reading

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Baptism as Medicine or Means?

Roman Catholicism treats baptism as a medicine; baptism has this intrinsic power to heal, but the Reformers said the sacraments are not medicine, it is means. A sacrament is the outward sign, water, conjoined to the work of the Spirit. … Continue reading

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A Prayer for Peace

Almighty and Everlasting Father, you have sent Your only, unique Son to redeem your Bride, the Church; and you have promised that the gates of hell will not prevail against it, we pray that you watch over your Body; keep … Continue reading

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Exhortation: Life and Justice

Brothers and Sisters, there are approximately 3,500 abortions a day in this country; about 1.3 million a year. The Psalmist writes: For you formed my inward parts; you knitted me together in my mother’s womb. I praise you, for I am … Continue reading

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