This series on I Timothy is planned especially for church societies, study groups, and all others interested. The writer, Rev. Henry Vander Kam, is pastor of Grace Christian Reformed Church in Kalamazoo, Michigan. LESSON 11 I Timothy 5:1–16 Widows In the Church The work of the ministry includes a variety of tasks which shmJ!d be […]
This series on I Timothy is planned especially for church societies, study groups, and all others interested. The writer, Rev. Henry Vander Kam, is pastor of Grace Christian Reformed Church in Kalamazoo, Michigan. LESSON 9 I Timothy 4:1–5 The Coming Apostasy To be a member of the church and to know the truth as it […]
Written by Rev. Henry Vander Kam, pastor of Grace Christian Reformed Church of Kalamazoo, Mich., two lessons on I Timothy appear each month. LESSON 7 I Timothy 3:1–13 The Offices in the Church Having dealt with the basic teachings of the church in the first chapter of this epistle aod the public worship of the […]
This series on I Timothy is intended for church societies, study groups, and all others who may be interested. The writer, Rev. Henry Vander Kam, is pastor of Grace Christian Reformed Church in Kalamazoo, Mich. Lesson 5 I Timothy 2:1–7 Congregational Prayer We are to bear in mind that Paul is writing to Timothy under […]
Scripture: Esther 7:7–8:17 Background Reading: I Samuel 15:1–9, 32–33 At the conclusion of our last lesson we saw Haman terrified before the king and queen. He has just been identified by Esther as the villain, the enemy, and the foe. As we reflect on this scene, two factors become obvious: there has again been much […]
The Persian palace at Susa is quiet. Queen Esther had graciously hosted a feast for the two most important men in the empire. Attendance was tightly controlled. No great issues had been explored, but wine was in abundance. Tomorrow is another day. Tomorrow is another feast. Again, the attendees are limited to the king and […]
LESSON 1 I Timothy 1:1, 2 In this issue THE OUTLOOK begins a new series of articles or lessons on I TIMOTHY by Rev. Henry Vander Kam, pastor of Grace Christian Reformed Church of Kalamazoo, Michigan. This series, intended for church societies, study groups, and all others interested promises to be both interesting and profitable. […]
Scripture: Esther 4 Background Reading: Matthew 16:21–23; 17:22–23; 20:17–19 The opening line of Esther 4 is revealing. It is the key to understanding this chapter. The text tells us that “Mordecai learned all that had been done.” Mordecai is apparently an official in the Persian government. He has insider information. He knows exactly how much […]
Scripture: Esther 5 Background Reading: Daniel 10:1–9; Ezra 8:21–32 Whenever we attempt to understand historical events, timing of those events is often important. Queen Esther had commanded Mordecai to gather all the Jews in the capital city of Susa and to hold a fast on her behalf for three days. Traditionally, a fast would last […]
Main Lines of Reformed Doctrine is a series written by Rev. John H. Piersma, pastor of the Bethany Christian Reformed Church of South Holland, Illinois. This series is for church societies, study groups, and all others interested. Two lessons appear in each issue. LESSON 11 Our Redemption through Christ (A) Scripture Readings: I Peter […]