>Reformed Christians are fond of talking about "already" and the "not yet." By this they mean that we already enjoy the blessings of the Christian life, but that we have not yet experienced its fullness. When we die, we leave the ravages of physical life and enter into fellowship with Christ in heaven, but we … Continue reading >Already blessings, Psalm 113
>South Orange County Church planting effort changes frequency and venue
>After nearly two years of monthly mid-week home studies, South Orange County Reformed Fellowship is stepping forward in faith with weekly Sunday evening public meetings.Beginning March 13, 2011, the group will meet each Sunday at 5:00 PM for a time of prayer, fellowship and Bible study at the San Felipe de Jesus Chapel, located at … Continue reading >South Orange County Church planting effort changes frequency and venue
>Reviewing "Calvin as Journalist"
>In Calvin and Culture's penultimate chapter, "Calvin as Journalist," Warren Cole Smith connects the dots between Calvin's characteristics and modern journalism. My review of Smith's chapter went up last Friday at the Reformed Academic blog.Some of Smith's lines are heavier than others, but his transitions between subjects flow smoothly and he leaves readers with a … Continue reading >Reviewing "Calvin as Journalist"
>Light dawns in the darkness, Psalm 112
>As nuclear meltdowns threaten and the earth's foundations shake, God reminds us today that the righteous will never be moved and light dawns in the darkness. Like so many other psalms, Psalm 112 begins with praise to God. But it quickly shifts focus to the godly person (verse 1, ESV):Praise the LORD! Blessed is the … Continue reading >Light dawns in the darkness, Psalm 112
>California Dream Becomes Reality
>First United Reformed Church in Chino, CA, had a dream: develop a coordinated catechism curriculum for grades five through twelve that encompassed the Three Forms of Unity (the Belgic Confession, the Canons of Dort, and the Heidelberg Catechism) with references to the Westminster Confessions.After years of effort from many people, the new Life in Christ … Continue reading >California Dream Becomes Reality
>Praise Primer, Psalm 111
>In the original Hebrew language, Psalm 111 is an acrostic poem in which each line begins with consecutive letters of the alphabet.The alphabet portion of the New England Primer uses an acrostic pattern to teach young children their A, B, Cs and simple theology. The New England Primer was the first published work for children … Continue reading >Praise Primer, Psalm 111
>In signs of times: Pray, Praise, Persevere
>Waking up this morning to news of Japan's massive earthquake and the resulting tsunami threatening more Pacific Rim countries, I pray for the people in the tsunami's path.Prayer is appropriate and necessary in the wake of catastrophe, but sometimes our fears and concerns distort our prayers. We wallow in worry to the point of paralysis. … Continue reading >In signs of times: Pray, Praise, Persevere
>Packaging news for children: Interview with Norm Bomer
>by Glenda MathesNorm Bomer is the Senior Editor of God’s World News (GWN) and was its founding editor in 1981. He also is a talented writer and the author of several books including his memoir, Sons of the River. I recently had the opportunity to interview him via email.GM: Your memoir, Sons of the River, … Continue reading >Packaging news for children: Interview with Norm Bomer
>The Return of the King, Psalm 110
>In these days of civil war and natural disasters, spiraling prices and insuperable debt, religious persecution and apocalyptic prophecy, public depravity and private pain, it's comforting to be reminded from Psalm 110 that God is in control and one day soon Christ will be the visible king. Editors Ryken and Ryken write about Psalm 110 … Continue reading >The Return of the King, Psalm 110
>Chino’s Mission and Evangelism Emphasis Week
>When I was a child, the highlight of the summer was our hometown’s annual Mission Fest—a week-long outdoor extravaganza featuring missionary speakers and fellowship for adults as well as playground fun and Cracker Jacks for kids.Even as a married mom, I recall week-long Mission Emphasis events focusing on missionaries supported by our church. In today’s … Continue reading >Chino’s Mission and Evangelism Emphasis Week
Glenda Faye Mathes 