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Heidelminicast: Heidelberg Catechism 32—Why Are You Called A Christian?

The Heidelberg Catechism is one of the most beloved and well used catechisms to emerge from the sixteenth and seventeenth century Reformation. Published in its final form in 1563, the catechism has been used by millions of Christians to teach the faith . . . Continue reading →

Mar 12, 20221 min

Heidelminicast: Heidelberg Catechism 31—Why Is He Called "Christ"?

The Heidelberg Catechism is one of the most beloved and well used catechisms to emerge from the sixteenth and seventeenth century Reformation. Published in its final form in 1563, the catechism has been used by millions of Christians to teach the faith . . . Continue reading →

Mar 11, 20221 min

Heidelminicast: Heidelberg Catechism 30—Is Jesus Only Half A Savior?

The Heidelberg Catechism is one of the most beloved and well used catechisms to emerge from the sixteenth and seventeenth century Reformation. Published in its final form in 1563, the catechism has been used by millions of Christians to teach the faith . . . Continue reading →

Mar 10, 20221 min

Heidelminicast: Heidelberg Catechism 29—Why Is The Son Of God Called Jesus?

The Heidelberg Catechism is one of the most beloved and well used catechisms to emerge from the sixteenth and seventeenth century Reformation. Published in its final form in 1563, the catechism has been used by millions of Christians to teach the faith . . . Continue reading →

Mar 9, 20220 min

Heidelminicast: Heidelberg Catechism 28—What Does It Profit Us To Understand Providence?

The Heidelberg Catechism is one of the most beloved and well used catechisms to emerge from the sixteenth and seventeenth century Reformation. Published in its final form in 1563, the catechism has been used by millions of Christians to teach the faith . . . Continue reading →

Mar 9, 20221 min

Heidelminicast: Heidelberg Catechism 27—What Do You Understand By The Providence Of God?

The Heidelberg Catechism is one of the most beloved and well used catechisms to emerge from the sixteenth and seventeenth century Reformation. Published in its final form in 1563, the catechism has been used by millions of Christians to teach the faith . . . Continue reading →

Mar 8, 20221 min

Heidelcast 215: Behind The Scenes Of The Collapse Of The West

We are interrupting our series on prayer, Our Father, to air to a talk I gave yesterday to the Escondido URC Adult Sunday School class. We also got an interesting question on the Heideltext line about the nature of the presence of . . . Continue reading →

Mar 7, 202253 min

Heidelminicast: Heidelberg Catechism 26—What Do You Believe By "God The Father Almighty"?

The Heidelberg Catechism is one of the most beloved and well used catechisms to emerge from the sixteenth and seventeenth century Reformation. Published in its final form in 1563, the catechism has been used by millions of Christians to teach the faith . . . Continue reading →

Mar 7, 20221 min

Heidelminicast: Heidelberg Catechism 25—Since God Is One Why Do We Speak Of Father, Son, And Holy Spirit?

The Heidelberg Catechism is one of the most beloved and well used catechisms to emerge from the sixteenth and seventeenth century Reformation. Published in its final form in 1563, the catechism has been used by millions of Christians to teach the faith . . . Continue reading →

Mar 5, 20220 min

Heidelminicast: Heidelberg Catechism 24—How Are These Articles Divided?

The Heidelberg Catechism is one of the most beloved and well used catechisms to emerge from the sixteenth and seventeenth century Reformation. Published in its final form in 1563, the catechism has been used by millions of Christians to teach the faith . . . Continue reading →

Mar 4, 20220 min

Heidelminicast: Heidelberg Catechism 23—What Are The Articles Of Our Christian Faith?

The Heidelberg Catechism is one of the most beloved and well used catechisms to emerge from the sixteenth and seventeenth century Reformation. Published in its final form in 1563, the catechism has been used by millions of Christians to teach the faith . . . Continue reading →

Mar 3, 20221 min

Heidelminicast: Heidelberg Catechism 22—What Must A Christian Believe?

The Heidelberg Catechism is one of the most beloved and well used catechisms to emerge from the sixteenth and seventeenth century Reformation. Published in its final form in 1563, the catechism has been used by millions of Christians to teach the faith . . . Continue reading →

Mar 2, 20220 min

Heidelminicast: Heidelberg Catechism 21—What Is True Faith?

The Heidelberg Catechism is one of the most beloved and well used catechisms to emerge from the sixteenth and seventeenth century Reformation. Published in its final form in 1563, the catechism has been used by millions of Christians to teach the faith . . . Continue reading →

Mar 1, 20221 min

Heidelminicast: Heidelberg Catechism 20—Are All Saved?

The Heidelberg Catechism is one of the most beloved and well used catechisms to emerge from the sixteenth and seventeenth century Reformation. Published in its final form in 1563, the catechism has been used by millions of Christians to teach the faith . . . Continue reading →

Feb 28, 20220 min

Heidelcast 214: Answering More Texts, Taking Calls, And Continuing The Series Our Father (5)

In this episode we answer two Heidelcalls, one asking about the "threatenings" in Canons of Dort 5.14 and another asking about whether the Holy Spirit "communicates" with us beyond Scripture. We also read some Heideltexts, and a touching email from Hana. This . . . Continue reading →

Feb 27, 202245 min

Heidelminicast: Heidelberg Catechism 19—From Where Do You Know This?

The Heidelberg Catechism is one of the most beloved and well used catechisms to emerge from the sixteenth and seventeenth century Reformation. Published in its final form in 1563, the catechism has been used by millions of Christians to teach the faith . . . Continue reading →

Feb 26, 20220 min

Heidelminicast: Heidelberg Catechism 18—Who Is That Mediator?

The Heidelberg Catechism is one of the most beloved and well used catechisms to emerge from the sixteenth and seventeenth century Reformation. Published in its final form in 1563, the catechism has been used by millions of Christians to teach the faith . . . Continue reading →

Feb 25, 20220 min

Heidelminicast: Heidelberg Catechism 17—Why Must He Also Be True God?

The Heidelberg Catechism is one of the most beloved and well used catechisms to emerge from the sixteenth and seventeenth century Reformation. Published in its final form in 1563, the catechism has been used by millions of Christians to teach the faith . . . Continue reading →

Feb 24, 20220 min

Heidelminicast: Heidelberg Catechism 16—Why Must He Be A True And Righteous Man?

The Heidelberg Catechism is one of the most beloved and well used catechisms to emerge from the sixteenth and seventeenth century Reformation. Published in its final form in 1563, the catechism has been used by millions of Christians to teach the faith . . . Continue reading →

Feb 23, 20220 min

Heidelminicast: Heidelberg Catechism 15—What Kind Of Redeemer And Mediator?

The Heidelberg Catechism is one of the most beloved and well used catechisms to emerge from the sixteenth and seventeenth century Reformation. Published in its final form in 1563, the catechism has been used by millions of Christians to teach the faith . . . Continue reading →

Feb 22, 20220 min

Heidelminicast: Heidelberg Catechism 14—Can Any Creature Do It?

The Heidelberg Catechism is one of the most beloved and well used catechisms to emerge from the sixteenth and seventeenth century Reformation. Published in its final form in 1563, the catechism has been used by millions of Christians to teach the faith . . . Continue reading →

Feb 21, 20220 min

Heidelcast 213: Answering Brian's Text Asking How Do We Know Whether To Stay In A Congregation And Continuing The Series Our Father (4)

This is part four in our series on prayer, Our Father but before we get there we answer Brian's Heidelext message asking about whether to stay in his congregation. They are in the process of joining the Communion of Reformed Evangelical Churches. . . . Continue reading →

Feb 21, 202255 min

Heidelminicast: Heidelberg Catechism 13—Can We Do It?

The Heidelberg Catechism is one of the most beloved and well used catechisms to emerge from the sixteenth and seventeenth century Reformation. Published in its final form in 1563, the catechism has been used by millions of Christians to teach the faith . . . Continue reading →

Feb 20, 20220 min

Heidelminicast: Heidelberg Catechism 12—How May We Escape Wrath And Receive Favor?

The Heidelberg Catechism is one of the most beloved and well used catechisms to emerge from the sixteenth and seventeenth century Reformation. Published in its final form in 1563, the catechism has been used by millions of Christians to teach the faith . . . Continue reading →

Feb 19, 20220 min

Heidelminicast: Heidelberg Catechism 11—Is Not God Also Merciful?

The Heidelberg Catechism is one of the most beloved and well used catechisms to emerge from the sixteenth and seventeenth century Reformation. Published in its final form in 1563, the catechism has been used by millions of Christians to teach the faith . . . Continue reading →

Feb 18, 20220 min

Heidelminicast: Heidelberg Catechism 10—Will God Allow Our Disobedience In Adam To Go Unpunished?

The Heidelberg Catechism is one of the most beloved and well used catechisms to emerge from the sixteenth and seventeenth century Reformation. Published in its final form in 1563, the catechism has been used by millions of Christians to teach the faith . . . Continue reading →

Feb 17, 20220 min

Heidelminicast: Heidelberg Catechism 9—Does God Unjustly Demand Obedience To His Law?

The Heidelberg Catechism is one of the most beloved and well used catechisms to emerge from the sixteenth and seventeenth century Reformation. Published in its final form in 1563, the catechism has been used by millions of Christians to teach the faith . . . Continue reading →

Feb 16, 20220 min

Heidelminicast: Heidelberg Catechism 8—Are We So Depraved That By Nature We Are Incapable Of Saving Good?

The Heidelberg Catechism is one of the most beloved and well used catechisms to emerge from the sixteenth and seventeenth century Reformation. Published in its final form in 1563, the catechism has been used by millions of Christians to teach the faith . . . Continue reading →

Feb 15, 20220 min

Heidelminicast: Heidelberg Catechism 7: Whence Comes This Depraved Nature Of Man?

The Heidelberg Catechism is one of the most beloved and well used catechisms to emerge from the sixteenth and seventeenth century Reformation. Published in its final form in 1563, the catechism has been used by millions of Christians to teach the faith . . . Continue reading →

Feb 14, 20220 min

Heidelcast 212: Our Father (3)—For What Should We Pray?

This is part three in our series on prayer, Our Father. So far we have looked at what prayer is and why we should pray. In this episode we are considering that for which we pray. It is not always easy to . . . Continue reading →

Feb 14, 202245 min

Heidelminicast: Heidelberg Catechism 6: Did God Create Man Thus Wicked And Perverse?

The Heidelberg Catechism is one of the most beloved and well used catechisms to emerge from the sixteenth and seventeenth century Reformation. Published in its final form in 1563, the catechism has been used by millions of Christians to teach the faith . . . Continue reading →

Feb 13, 20220 min

Heidelminicast: Heidelberg Catechism Q & A 5

The Heidelberg Catechism is one of the most beloved and well used catechisms to emerge from the sixteenth and seventeenth century Reformation. Published in its final form in 1563, the catechism has been used by millions of Christians to teach the faith . . . Continue reading →

Feb 12, 20220 min

Heidelminicast: Heidelberg Catechism Q & A 4

The Heidelberg Catechism is one of the most beloved and well used catechisms to emerge from the sixteenth and seventeenth century Reformation. Published in its final form in 1563, the catechism has been used by millions of Christians to teach the faith . . . Continue reading →

Feb 11, 20221 min

Heidelminicast: Heidelberg Catechism Q & A 3

The Heidelberg Catechism is one of the most beloved and well used catechisms to emerge from the sixteenth and seventeenth century Reformation. Published in its final form in 1563, the catechism has been used by millions of Christians to teach the faith . . . Continue reading →

Feb 10, 20220 min

Heidelminicast: Heidelberg Catechism Q & A 2

The Heidelberg Catechism is one of the most beloved and well used catechisms to emerge from the sixteenth and seventeenth century Reformation. Published in its final form in 1563, the catechism has been used by millions of Christians to teach the faith . . . Continue reading →

Feb 9, 20220 min

Heidelminicast: Heidelberg Catechism Q & A 1

The Heidelberg Catechism is one of the most beloved and well used catechisms to emerge from the sixteenth and seventeenth century Reformation. Published in its final form in 1563, the catechism has been used by millions of Christians to teach the faith . . . Continue reading →

Feb 9, 20221 min

Heidelcast 211: Our Father (2): Since God Is Sovereign, Why Pray?

This is part two in our series on prayer, Our Father. In part 1 we considered what prayer is. In this episode we are answering the question why pray? Heidelblog readers, students, and others regularly ask "Since God is sovereign why pray?" . . . Continue reading →

Feb 6, 202252 min

Heidelcast 210: How Christians Should Respond To The Sexual Revolution

With this episode we begin a new series, Our Father. We are interrupting the series on prayer, Our Father, in order to talk with a friend about the crisis facing our young people and others created by the third wave of the . . . Continue reading →

Jan 30, 202259 min

Heidelcast 209—Our Father (1): What Prayer Is And Is Not

With this episode we begin a new series, Our Father. What is prayer? How should we pray? Why is it hard to pray? How often should we pray? What good is prayer? In this series we will tackle these questions and more. . . . Continue reading →

Jan 23, 202257 min

Heidelcast 208—Taking Calls On Church Discipline For Doctrinal Error, Final Salvation Through Works, Divinization, Justice, Ecstatic Worship, And Providence

This episode might be what some would call a "humdinger" if only because we were able to fit in all six calls and give some answer to each. Daniel called to ask how the church should respond when a lay member adopts . . . Continue reading →

Jan 16, 20221h 19m

Heidelcast 207—What Must A Christian Believe? (23): Life Eternal

This is the 23rd and final episode in the series, What Must A Christian Believe? In our survey of the rule of faith, i.e., the Apostles' Creed, we have reached the twelfth article, "life eternal." The twelfth article has been a part . . . Continue reading →

Jan 10, 20221h 3m

Heidelcast 206—What Must A Christian Believe? (22): The Resurrection Of The Dead

Happy New Year from the Heidelcast! This is episode 22 in the series, What Must A Christian Believe? In our survey of the rule of faith, i.e., the Apostles' Creed, we have reached the eleventh article, "the resurrection of the dead." The Ancient . . . Continue reading →

Jan 2, 20221h 8m

Heidelcast 205—What Must A Christian Believe? (21): The Forgiveness Of Sins (3)

This is episode 21 in the series, What Must A Christian Believe? In our survey of the rule of faith, i.e., the Apostles' Creed, we are completing our brief study of the tenth article, "the forgiveness of sins." The doctrine of justification . . . Continue reading →

Dec 27, 202159 min

Heidelcast 204—What Must A Christian Believe? (20): The Forgiveness Of Sins (2)

This is episode 20 in the series, What Must A Christian Believe? In our survey of the rule of faith, i.e., the Apostles' Creed, we have reached the tenth article, "the forgiveness of sins." The truth of our righteousness with God is essential . . . Continue reading →

Dec 20, 202151 min

Heidelcast 203: A Christmas Story (With A Santa Clause)

We're interrupting our series on the Apostles' Creed to talk about Christmas. Usually at this time of year I post or repost some of the essays on the Heidelblog about Christmas but this year I thought it might be useful to talk . . . Continue reading →

Dec 18, 202149 min

Heidelcast 202—What Must A Christian Believe? (19): The Forgiveness Of Sins (1)

This is episode 19 in the series, What Must A Christian Believe? In our survey of the rule of faith, i.e., the Apostles' Creed, we have reached the tenth article, "the forgiveness of sins." That phrase does not occur in the earliest . . . Continue reading →

Dec 12, 202156 min

Heidelcast 201—What Must A Christian Believe? (18): A Holy Catholic Church, The Communion Of The Saints

In our survey of the rule of faith we have reached the ninth article, "A Holy Catholic Church, the communion of the saints." Over the years I have received several questions about this phrase, "holy catholic church." When American Christians, particularly American . . . Continue reading →

Dec 6, 20211h 6m

Heidelcast 200—What Must A Christian Believe? (17): The Holy Spirit

This is episode 17 in the series, What Must A Christian Believe? In our survey of the rule of faith, i.e., the Apostles' Creed, we have reached the eighth article, "I believe in the Holy Spirit." Before the outbreak of neo-Pentecostalism in . . . Continue reading →

Nov 29, 20211h 4m

Heidelcast 199—What Must A Christian Believe? (16): Christ Returning

This is episode 16 in the series, What Must A Christian Believe? In our survey of the rule of faith, i.e., the Apostles' Creed, we have reached the seventh article: "Whence he shall come to judge the living and the dead." Now . . . Continue reading →

Nov 22, 202154 min

Heidelcast 198—What Must A Christian Believe? (15): Christ Reigning

This is episode 15 in the series, What Must A Christian Believe? In our survey of the rule of faith, i.e., the Apostles' Creed, we have reached the sixth article: "He ascended to heaven and is seated at the right hand of . . . Continue reading →

Nov 15, 20211h 1m