1834 and 2004 ................................................. Rev. Wybren H. Oord ................ 2
One hundred seventy years ago our fathers in the faith seceded from
the organized church. The fundamental truths that forced them to leave
are just as pertinent today.

Standing as the Pillar ................................. Rev. Daryl Kats .................... 4
In this meditation, Rev. Kats briefly explains that being reformed means
remaining in truth set forth in God’s word.

We Confess..................................................... Rev. Daniel Hyde ................... 6
Rev. Hyde looks at Article 16 of the Belgic Confession. This article
focuses its attention upon very difficult and often misunderstood
doctrine of divine predestination.

Why Faith Alone? ............................................. Mr. J. Wesley White ................. 9
Just how many good works do we have to do in order to be saved? Mr.
White explains that because of Christ, this question need not even be
asked by the Christian.

The Sovereignty of God................................... Rev. Rich Kuiken .................. 11
In his series on the riches of the Reformed faith, Rev. Kuiken takes up
the sovereignty of God as it is seen in creation, providence, and
redemption.

Evaluating the New Perspectives on Paul (15) .. Dr. Cornelis Venema ............... 16
Dr. Venema looks at the good of good works and how they apply to our
justification.

The Anointed Savior [II]................................ Rev. Wybren H. Oord ........... 20
As our anointed Savior, Jesus Christ fulfills the role of being our High
Priest. Rev. Oord looks at the importance of this role of our Savior.

Soundbites 1988 .............................................................................. 21

Looking Out and About ............................................................................... 22