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What Presbyterians Believe |
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Helping readers understand the distinctive beliefs and practices of Presbyterians has been an important part of the mission of Presbyterians Today (and its predecessor, Presbyterian Survey). This ongoing series of articles on "What Presbyterians Believe" explores the Biblical and theological foundations of our faith. The authors have given permission for these articles to be reproduced. |
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Topical index |
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Special Features |
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How to Speak Presbyterian
It has been estimated that 58 percent of the members of the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.) did not grow up in the denomination. For readers in that category, here is a short rundown of the lingo you are likely to hear in a Presbyterian church that you may not have heard in another church. [ Read article ] |
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A Newcomer's Guide the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.)
If you've ever wondered what it is that makes Presbyterians and the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.) the way they are — whether you're a Presbyterian or not — this section is for you. These articles will help newcomers get started finding out more about these people called Presbyterians, and what they believe and do, and why. And if you're a longtime Presbyterian, maybe the articles will be a refresher course that you didn't know you needed. In any case, even though the subjects are serious, the intention is to make serious subjects more interesting by talking of them in a lighter-than-usual vein. [ Read articles ] |
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What Presbyterians Believe
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2005 Articles |
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May 2005 |
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Reclaiming the Trinity
The Trinity is not an optional "extra" to God, it is the very nature of God as revealed to us in scripture
[ Read more ] |
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April 2005 |
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Biblical justice
Jesus came to save institutions as well as souls
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March 2005 |
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The Problem of Evil
What does it mean to claim that "Jesus is Lord" in a world where so many bad things happen?
[ Read more ] |
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2004 Articles |
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May 2004 |
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Our misused motto
Ecclesia Reformata, Semper Reformanda: The church reformed and always to be reformed
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April 2004 |
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A new look at Mary
The mother of Jesus is not someone to pack away after Christmas
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March 2004 |
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The priesthood of believers
All Christians, not just clergy, have divine connections
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2003 Articles |
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May 2003 |
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What Presbyterians don't believe
You may be surprised ...
[ Read more ] |
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April 2003 |
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How Presbyterians make decisions
We listen to each other—and to the Bible and the church's constitution.
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March 2003 |
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A balancing act
"God alone is Lord of the conscience" does not give us carte blanche to do whatever we think is right.
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2002 Articles |
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May 2002 |
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The Ascension — a promise of good things to come
Jesus was lifted up and a cloud took him out of their sight.
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April 2002 |
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Reluctant evangelists?
Telling the Good News may not come easy, but it is an essential part of a Christian lifestyle.
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March 2002 |
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When faith and patriotism collide
What is the relationship between our faith in Jesus Christ and our loyalty to our country?
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2001 Articles |
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June 2001 |
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What Presbyterians Believe about Reformed Worship
When we come to worship we enter into the presence of the Creator, offering a sacrifice of praise and thanksgiving. [ Read more ]
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May 2001 |
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The meaning of ordination
Presbyterian beliefs about ordination have changed significantly over the years. [ Read more ] |
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April 2001 |
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Jesus
To declare that everyone will make it in the end is to make the same theological error as to decide that only those who profess Christ in ways we understand will be present in the Kingdom: it is to forget the sovereignty of God.
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2000 Articles |
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May 2000 |
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Work
Work need not be dull drudgery, but a calling from God. [ Read more ]
"We Bring Our Work to God as an Offering"
A sweeping statement about work and vocation was voiced a policy statement approved by the 1995 General Assembly of the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.) [ Read more ]
Occupation, Please: _____ — A poem [ Read more ] |
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April 2000 |
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Messengers of God
Angels in the Bible bear little resemblance to the angels of pop cultures. [ Read more ]
Touched By an Angel?
In fact, there were four angels, and their swords... [ Read more ] |
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March 2000 |
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Whatever Happened to Hell?
It isn't the burning issue it used to be, but it is an undeniable part of Christian tradition. [ Read more ] |
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1999 Articles |
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April 1999 |
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The Resurrection of Jesus
Did it really happen? What difference does it make? [ Read more ] |
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March 1999 |
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Do Miracles Still Happen?
A renewed hope in the miraculous can enable us to sense God's hand in every aspect of life
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January/February 1999 |
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The End of the World
It is enough to be certain that God's purpose will be accomplished. [ Read more ]
Eschatology
Reprinted from the Minutes of the General Assembly — Journal Presbyterian Church in the U.S., 1978 pp.208ff. [ Read more ] |
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1998 Articles |
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May 1998 |
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Education
The educational mission of the church is to change lives — and the world. [ Read more ] |
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April 1998 |
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Life After Death
Do we still believe in heaven? [ Read more ] |
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March 1998 |
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Forgiveness
With God's help we can refuse to return evil for evil. [ Read more ] |
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1997 Articles |
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May 1997 |
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Stewardship
Stewardship is a spiritual matter not a code word for raising money. [ Read more ] |
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April 1997 |
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Mission
Presbyterians believe that the church exists for mission. [ Read more ] |
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March 1997 |
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Predestination
Are we "elected" to have faith? Are some doomed to perdition? How can a loving God allow us not to choose faith? [ Read more ] |
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1996 Articles |
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June 1996 |
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Confessions
Our statements of faith define who we are through the beliefs we share. [ Read more ] |
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May 1996 |
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Grace
Indescribable divine love draws us to God, justifies us by faith in Christ, and empowers us by the Holy Spirit. [ Read more ] |
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April 1996 |
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Reformed
At the heart of the Reformed tradition is a commitment to the Word, the sacraments, and discipline. [ Read more ] |
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1995 Articles |
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June 1995 |
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Baptism
God's baptismal claim means "We are not our own, but the Lord's."
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May 1995 |
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Communion
When we partake of the bread of life and the cup of salvation we are empowered for Christlike living. [ Read more ] |
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April 1995 |
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The Bible
What does it mean to say the Bible is our guide — and what if we don't agree on what the Bible means? [ Read more ] |
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1994 Articles |
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June 1994 |
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Eschatology
The promise of Reformed eschatology is both personal life after death and the redemption of all creation. [ Read more ] |
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May 1994 |
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The Trinity
There is one essence of God; the emphasis is on oneness, not three-ness. The Father is God, the Son is God, and the Holy Spirit is God — but they are one God. [ Read more ] |
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April 1994 |
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The Atonement
We have cut ourselves off from God and only God can bring us back together again. [ Read more ] |
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1985 Articles |
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September 1985 |
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The Holy Spirit
Three views on the Holy Spirit. [ Read more ]
Infant Baptism
A mother who grew up in another tradition reflects on the meaning of infant baptism.
[ Read more ]
Predestination
A leading theologian discusses the history and meaning of a much-misunderstood tenet.
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