Rev. Peter Koster. Trowel & Sword, August 1975 An Important Message From Bert & Pieter. “For the edification and Defence of the Reformed Presbyterian Faith and Life in Australia and New Zealand.” Why Revisit Trowel & Sword? The above statement, which appeared in every issue of T&S, clearly outlined the purpose of this magazine. ThroughContinue reading “A Non-Apology From A Student Of Theology”
Monthly Archives: March 2025
One Thing Very Necessary
Prof. George van Groningen. Trowel & Sword, March 1968 Preamble: Prof. van Groningen (and his wife) were passionate about christian education. In this article he backed up his convictions by citing statistics from a report on the beliefs held by young people in the UK, and by extension, also in Australia and New Zealand. ChristianContinue reading “One Thing Very Necessary”
Pastor Or Reverend?
J.A. Schep. Trowel & Sword, October 1961 Preamble: From our vantage point it seems rather amusing to see two Dutchmen having a spat over the correct use of the English language. One could well ask, “Why did they take such small matters so seriously?” With apologies to any Dutchman reading this post, perhaps it saysContinue reading “Pastor Or Reverend?”
Growth
Rev. J.W. Deenick. Trowel & Sword. May 1973 Preamble: (Taking Stock) It had been 22 years since the establishment of the CRC in Australasia. A lot had happened in that short space of time and the growth of the denomination would seem to be indicative of God’s blessing on this work. This begs the question:Continue reading “Growth”
Letters To Keith (Introduction)
Rev. J.W. Deenick. April, 1992 Preamble: Even after retirement Bill Deenick was not one to let the grass grow under his feet. Over a twelve month period he wrote a series of “letters” on Renewal and Worship to a fictional person whom he called Keith. Although it had been suggested that he publish the lettersContinue reading “Letters To Keith (Introduction)”
