The Gospel of Free Acceptance in Christ: An Assessment of the Reformation and 'New Perspectives' on Paul
- 337 pages
- 12 hours of reading
Cornelis P. Venema Books
Venema is an author deeply immersed in theology and its doctrinal studies. His academic work, rooted in a doctorate on the theology of John Calvin, delves into pivotal aspects of religious thought. Through his writings, he offers insights into complex theological questions and their historical development. His approach is grounded in a profound understanding of theological tradition.
Children at the Lord's Table?: Assessing the Case for Paedocommunion
- 200 pages
- 7 hours of reading
A growing trend among Reformed churches is the practice of admitting young children to the Lord's Supper. In Children at the Lord's Table? , Cornelis P. Venema provides an insightful analysis of the theoretical arguments used by advocates of this recent trend. After clarifying terms and explaining arguments often made in favor of paedocommunion, he considers the history of the church's confessions, teaching, and practice regarding the proper recipients of the Lord's Supper. Presenting a historical, exegetical, and systematic treatment of the subject, Venema demonstrates the validity and value of having covenant children partake of first communion subsequent to their personal profession of faith. This is an invaluable resource for every pastor within the Reformed tradition. Table of Contents: 1. Introducing the Question 2. Paedocommunion in Church History 3. Paedocommunion and the Reformed Confessions 4. The Old Testament Evidence Regarding the Participation of Children in Covenant Observances 5. The New Testament Evidence Regarding Paedocommunion 6. A Key Passage: 1 Corinthians 111:17-34 7. Concluding Observations and Evaluation Appendix: Covenant Theology and Baptism
The Lord's Supper and the 'popish Mass': A Study of Heidelberg Catechism Q&A 80
- 120 pages
- 5 hours of reading
Cornel Venema's study of Heidelberg Catechism question 80 carefully addresses both the meaning and circumstances of its addition to the catechism and the highly problematic modern effort to rid the document of any offense to Roman Catholics.