The Reformed Standard

In this special deep-dive episode of The Reformed Standard, we explore Articles 3-7 of the Belgic Confession focusing on the doctrine of Scripture (Bibliology). Written in 1561 by Guido de Brès during intense persecution, this confession articulates the Reformed understanding of the Bible’s origin, authority, and sufficiency. The episode examines how Scripture was divinely inspired yet writt...

In this episode of The Reformed Standard, we explore the foundational Reformed doctrine of Sola Scriptura—Scripture alone. Building on the previous episode’s question about ultimate authority, we examine why the Bible stands as the only infallible rule for faith and life. The episode unpacks Westminster Shorter Catechism Answer 2, which declares that “the word of God, which is containe...

In this episode of The Reformed Standard, we explore the second question of the Westminster Shorter Catechism: “What rule hath God given to direct us how we may glorify and enjoy him?” Building on the foundation established in the previous episode about our chief end, this discussion examines the critical concept of an authoritative standard that guides our beliefs and actions. The epi...

Westminster Shorter Catechism Question 1 asks the most fundamental question of human existence: “What is the chief end of man?” The answer—”Man’s chief end is to glorify God, and to enjoy him forever”—provides a profound framework for understanding the entire Christian life. In this episode, we explore how these fourteen words encapsulate the complete structure of Ref...

In this inaugural episode of “The Reformed Standard,” we explore the most foundational question of human existence: “What is the chief end of man?” This question, which opens the Westminster Shorter Catechism, challenges us to consider our ultimate purpose beyond mere happiness or personal fulfillment. The episode examines the three key terms—”chief,” “end...