Faith – T&S Revisited

The Two Olive Trees

Prof. G. van Groningen. Trowel & Sword. May 1964 Preamble: Question – Where in the Bible do we find the book of Zechariah? If you could without hesitation answer that it is the second last book of the Old Testament, Well done? My guess is that most of us would have to think about it,Continue reading “The Two Olive Trees”

The Scientist And The Bishop

Prof. K. Runia. Trowel & Sword. November 1963 Preamble: The battle between science and religion has been going for a long time. In essence, it is a battle (if one can use that word) between God and Satan – the wannabe god, which started in Eden with Satan setting out to recruit his first disciples,Continue reading “The Scientist And The Bishop”

What Marriage Does Not Give

John Haartsen. Trowel & Sword, Jan/Feb 1985 Preamble: “I do not understand what I do. For what I want to do I do not do, but what I hate I do.” (Romans 7:15). This verse came to mind as I read through this article from John Haartsen on marriage breakdowns, particularly between Christian men andContinue reading “What Marriage Does Not Give”

‘Reconstruction’ Or ‘Destruction’ Of The Christian Faith

Trowel & Sword. Prof. K. Runia. April 1971 Preamble: You have most likely heard the expression: “We live in a fast changing world so we must learn to change with it.” In many areas of our lives this is undoubtedly true. But can the same be said of our beliefs; our theology? We worship anContinue reading “‘Reconstruction’ Or ‘Destruction’ Of The Christian Faith”

On Bridges To Sons – A Cadet Counsellor Speaks Up

Bill Peet. Trowel and Sword, January/February 1977 Preamble: What is our greatest wish for our sons and daughters? Undoubtedly it is for them to grow into Christian men and women who love and serve the Lord. But this doesn’t happen by us just wishing it, or praying for it, or taking them to church whenContinue reading “On Bridges To Sons – A Cadet Counsellor Speaks Up”

Living By Faith

Rev. Don Baird, Trowel & Sword, April 1996 Preamble: This short article by Don Baird would seem to be stating the obvious to a Reformed Christian. Salvation is by faith alone. This seems straight forward enough, but Don takes it one step further. Faith in what? Faith in God? Read on to see where DonContinue reading “Living By Faith”