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The 16th Century Reformation began with one man, Dr. Martin Luther, whom God raised to counter the mighty Roman Catholic Church and her heretical teachings.  On this day in 1517, Christians true to their faith came out of the darkness of pagan Rome. 

This great revival came at a time of great upheavals and theological declension in Europe.  The medieval Church was full of heresies and malpractices; idolatrous practices (the worship of relics and saints, penance, prayers for the dead) were placed above the Bible.  The priesthood was corrupt and perverted.  One of the Church’s biggest money spinners was the sale of indulgences which permitted people to pay their way into heaven.  It was this erroneous doctrine that precipitated the Protestant Reformation of 1517.

History repeats itself.  The Bible warns us about perilous times when many shall depart from the faith: “Now the Spirit speaketh expressly, that in the latter times some shall depart from the faith, giving heed to seducing spirits, and doctrines of devils”  (I Tim. 4: 1).  Today, the Bible is set aside as many openly tolerate doctrinal errors.  Churches are encouraged to seek signs and wonders, dreams and visions.  Leaders take the easy road of ecumenical unity, thus destroying the precious fruits of the Reformation.

As Bible Presbyterians, we stand against every work of darkness, and all unbiblical teachings.  How can we continue to stand united against this onslaught of falsehood and unbelief?  How do we keep ourselves in the faith and not be swept away by this swelling tide of apostasy and ecclesiastical compromise? 

1)  Remember our godly heritage

We must always remember the significant contributions of the Reformation towards our faith, and the great men of God who suffered and perished in the defence of the faith. 

We owe to the Reformation, our rich and sound Biblical heritage.  By God’s grace, the Reformation torch had been passed on to the Bible-Presbyterian Church in Singapore.  Sounding the alarm today - in the same vein as our 16th Century forebears – are godly men of courage in the fundamental Bible-believing movement called the 20th/21st Century Reformation.  Liberalism, modernism, ecumenism, Charismatism have infiltrated our mainstream denominations.  But God has raised His faithful servants to withstand the influx of compromise and apostasy in our churches.

Let us, therefore, not forsake our Bible-Presbyterian heritage, but remember what our forebears have gone through in their battle for the truth.

2) Hold fast to God’s Word

Let us take heed to the cry of the Reformers - “Sola Scriptura” - “by Scriptures alone.”  In these last days of religious deception, it is important for God’s people to equip themselves with His truths in order that we might give an answer to any one who asks us (I Pet. 3: 15).  

Know the main tenets of our faith.  Our doctrinal standard is in accordance with Holy Scriptures, and based upon the Westminster Confession of Faith, together with the Larger and Shorter Catechisms.  Remember, even the best of men are fallible whereas the Holy Scriptures are inspired, inerrant, infallible and divinely preserved for our learning.  Strive to grow in the grace and knowledge of Jesus Christ (II Pet. 3: 18).  Hold fast to God’s Word (II Tim. 1: 13).

Let us “earnestly contend for the faith which was once delivered unto the saints” (Jude 3) - by preaching, teaching,  and defending God’s Word with holy zeal.   Never forget that the Reformation was won for us by the blood of the martyrs.  Our valiant reformers sealed the glorious truths of God with their lives.  Remember their patience, courage and unwavering faith. 

Watch out for those who promote erroneous views, preach another Gospel or teach falsehood in the name of Christ.   Be wary of churches that compromise their evangelical and biblical stand.  Stand on God’s side.  Let us preach the truth and sell it not.  Perhaps, by the grace of God, our warnings will bear fruit and turn an erring brother or sister back to the truth.

3) Maintain a right heart

Every child of God must not only know His Word but also apply it to his daily living.  Let us walk in the light.   Examine ourselves daily before the mirror of God’s Word (Jas. 1: 23-25).  Strive each day to love and serve the Lord.   Let us manifest that true saving faith of a regenerated heart.  As much as we want to keep our church pure, we must also maintain that purity of heart and mind before the Lord.          

May the Lord help us to abide faithful until He comes.

-Pastor