Rev. John Westendorp. Trowel & Sword. April 2000 Preamble: Once again Christians are preparing to celebrate Easter. In churches around the world the Easter story will be told in detail perhaps starting with the triumphal entry into Jerusalem, the last supper, the betrayal, the trials of Jesus, Peter’s denial, the crucifixion, the burial, the resurrection,Continue reading “Living In The Light Of Easter”
Author Archives: Bert Moritz & Pieter Stok
The Whole Is The Sum Of Its Parts
Rev. Dirk van Garderen. Trowel & Sword, September 1995 Preamble: What do ants have to do with the Bible; or the Amazon river; or university; or sport; or the temple; or Christian Schools; or love? In this post Rev. van Garderen takes us on a wide-ranging journey of discovery and ties it all together toContinue reading “The Whole Is The Sum Of Its Parts”
A Non-Apology From A Student Of Theology
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”
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)”
To The Barricades
Rev. Bill Deenick. Trowel & Sword. May 1973 Preamble: Bill Deenick was intelligent, wise and softly spoken, among other things. Not what you would call a radical. To read his suggestion that Christians should man picket lines and barricades would seem somewhat out of character for this man of God. That is, until you realiseContinue reading “To The Barricades”
The Stand At The Show
Gerald Hanskamp. Trowel & Sword. Jan/Feb 1973 Preamble: Among other things Trowel and Sword was invaluable for informing the denomination what individual churches were doing in their own areas, thus providing the inspiration for others to follow suit. In this article Rev Gerald Hanskamp, possibly best known for his work with the World Home BibleContinue reading “The Stand At The Show”
Als Er Nog Vijftig In De Stad Zijn
J. Vander Bom. Trowel & Sword, (De Kleine Krant). November 1974 Preamble: Once again we have for your enjoyment an article from the Kleine Krant written in Dutch by Rev. John Vander Bom . As before it is followed immediately after by an English translation for those who cannot read Dutch. Als Er Nog VijftigContinue reading “Als Er Nog Vijftig In De Stad Zijn”
T&S Revisited 