In Genesis chapter 1, we read of the so-called “creation mandate” that was given as a command to Adam and Eve. Much of the language from that mandate is repeated after the flood in Genesis 9. 

Many Christians don’t realize that their union with Christ at salvation actually presupposes their union with Adam in sin. 

What distinguishes us from chimpanzees? In addition to identifying the obvious physical differences, we usually make the case that this difference lies with something within us, that is, the rational soul. 

In this episode, Office Hours talks to Rev. Dr. Dolf te Velde about his research and Reformed orthodoxy.

How can God justify the ungodly like you and me?  Because of the Servant who remained faithful as He suffered and substituted for us.

It can be difficult to know how to pray for ourselves and others, but the Apostle Paul reminds us of three things we can pray that we all will increasingly know.

In this episode, Office Hours talks to Rev. Dr. Carl Trueman about Martin Luther's theology of the cross and its implications for today. 

 In these verses we ascend the summit of John’s prologue. In it we hear echoes of God’s appearing on the mountain to Moses, who condescends once again, only now embodied in the Word. He comes in the fullness of his steadfast love and faithfulness for those who look to him out of the emptiness they feel within. And those that do will not be disappointed. 

The Lord bears up his frail saints in the righteousness of Christ to bring to His glorious Zion.

Morning devotion from Isaiah 52:1-12

In this lecture, we will discuss the stereotypical portrait of a leader in Southeast Asia and then explore the implications of Sola Scriptura in the life and practice of leadership in the Church.

We shall discuss the challenges and opportunities to engage in witness to Southeast Asians in light of differences in worldview, authority, and the nature of sacred writings.

Morning devotion from 2 Corinthians 1:1-11

Knowing the “Servant” of Isaiah 49 not only provides comfort during the difficulties of our “exile” experiences, but also compassion and courage to help those who need the Servant's redemption and reconciliation.

Everyone wants to belong—to become part of a circle of friends or a group where they will be accepted, valued and loved. But often the price of admittance is costly and one’s ongoing status is fragile. So what does the Word offer to those who feel like they do not belong or think they will not become anyone of value? 

In this episode, Office Hours talks to Westminster Seminary California alumnus Fikret Bocek about his ministry since graduating. 

God will provide redemption and peace to his people through the Servant of the Lord

Morning devotion from Matthew 15:1-28

A lecture from WSC's new Associate Professor of New Testament, Dr. Bradley J. Bitner

It is one thing to hear that the Word is eternality itself and is the fountain of life and is the light of the World. It is another thing altogether to acknowledge it—which is what most people are unwilling to do.