Standing Before the Mirror ................................ Rev. Wybren H. Oord .............2
In this meditation, Rev. Oord looks at James 1:23-25 and explains the
difference between a quick look and an intense look into God’s mirror.

The Unique Character of the Bible............. Dr. Charles Krahe.............5
Dr. Krahe looks at the history of the Islam religion and how their book,
the Koran, differs from the Book of the Christians - the Bible.

We Confess: Article 2 [Part 2] ...........................Rev. Daniel Hyde ..................9
Rev. Hyde concludes his study of Article Two of the Belgic Confession
by looking at Special Revelation.

Christian Education: Is it a Mess? (Part 3) ........... Dr. William D. Dennison ........11
In the final part of this series on Christian Education, Dr. Dennison
explains the importance of parents being involved in the covenant
education of their children.

To Give God a Ransom ............................... Rev. Wybren H. Oord .......14
After the Catechism points out our sin and misery, it asks the question:
“How then can we escape this punishment and return to God’s favor?”

Evaluating the New Perspective on Paul (4).......Dr. Cornel Venema ..............16
Dr. Venema looks at the Book of Galatians as he explains what Paul meant
by “works of the Law”.

God’s People, My Parish......................................Rev. Steve Schlissel ............. 19
“I met Shaul Mayer ben Yitzchak at Hebrew School.” So began a
relationship that would change the life of Rev. Schlissel.

Looking Above...................................................Rev. Brian Vos.................... 21
Rev. Vos explains how the vision of Revelation changed the life of John,
and how it should change the lives of all Christians.

CRC Synod, 2003 .............................................. Rev. Richard Blauw ............ 23
Rev. Richard Blauw takes a very frank look at the Christian Reformed
Church Synod of 2003.

Solomon’s Sublime Song .......................................... Rev. James T. Dennison, Jr. ....27
Rev. Dennison beckons us to take a fresh look at a very romantic love
song.

Worldwide Meets Health Needs .................................................................30
A look at one of the ministries offered by Worldwide Christian Schools.

Looking Out and About .................................................................30

Sound Bites - 1976.................................................................................... 31