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Why Reading Matters: Hope RWC Interviews Author (and Reader) Chuck Terpstra

24 February, 2025

Why does the work of the RFPA—that is, publishing accessible, widely available Christian books which testify to the truth of Scripture in the Reformed tradition—matter, in the grand scheme of things? Why should reading matter to Christians? Last summer, the Hope RWC podcast aired 4 interviews with author, reader, librarian, and archivist Chuck Terpstra to explore the importance of reading, for Christians of all ages and vocations.

Jehovah Afflicted In All Our Affliction

17 February, 2025

Jehovah’s love and pity do not end in inaction: we read, “he saved them.” Specifically, “The angel of his presence saved them” (v. 9). Literally, the angel of his presence is the angel of his face. The face of Jehovah shows us his demeanor, disposition, or attitude displayed toward us. Jehovah’s face is against the wicked, but when we look into Jehovah’s face in faith we see love and pity: we see affection, sympathy and compassion.

Bredenhof on Bavinck and "Psychology from the Bible"

13 January, 2025

"Bavinck is one of my favourite theologians. I love him for always being thought-provoking, but also for (almost always) grounding his thinking in Scripture. He was one of those men who embodied copiousness – he was filled to overflowing with the reading he’d done. He read broadly and deeply on all kinds of subjects and this book reflects it. There might be more scientifically up-to-date treatments of psychology from a biblical perspective, but Bavinck’s relevance will no doubt abide for many years to come."

More "Biblical Obscurities": Author Mike Velthouse Interviews with Hope RWC

10 January, 2025

Are you looking to learn more about the Bible and church history this week? Consider spending some time with author Mike Velthouse and the Hope RWC podcast! Back in early 2024, Mike was interviewed by Hope RWC on a series of "Biblical Obscurities" that helped inspire his love of church history. Recently, Mike returned to Hope RWC to discuss four MORE "Biblical Obscurities," including the House of Annas, Gehenna, and more.

"How Can I Find the Right Job?": Author Bill Boekestein with Theology on the Go

07 January, 2025

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Book Summary - Cloud of Witnesses

06 January, 2025

In the line of continued generations and through God’s covenantal relationship with His people, God was able to work faith in the hearts of believers, some of which are mentioned as the heroes of faith...The greatness in all this is that we read of people believing in a Savior who has not yet come...all had believed in a life after their earthly life, where they could walk in eternal perfection with God. Through all this, both hope and faith are strongly emphasized.

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Why Reading Matters: Hope RWC Interviews Author (and Reader) Chuck Terpstra

Jehovah Afflicted In All Our Affliction

Bredenhof on Bavinck and "Psychology from the Bible"

More "Biblical Obscurities": Author Mike Velthouse Interviews with Hope RWC

"How Can I Find the Right Job?": Author Bill Boekestein with Theology on the Go

Book Summary - Cloud of Witnesses

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