The commitment of Silas
This article by Kyle Bruinooge traces the history of missionary work in the Protestant Reformed Churches over nearly 100 years, highlighting twelve PRC ministers who have served on mission fields since 1950. By comparing apostolic missionary practice with contemporary PRC missions methodology, Bruinooge demonstrates how the church's commitment to the Great Commission reflects biblical principles while adapting to modern ecclesiastical structures. The piece offers both historical context and theological reflection on the PRC's approach to spreading the gospel.
"And Paul chose Silas, and departed, being recommended by the brethren unto the grace of God." Acts 15:40 In the nearly 100 years of the Protestant Reformed Churches, missions have been a part of her history. Soon after the development of this new denomination through the faithful defense of sovereign, particular grace, early ecclesiastical meetings recognized the need to develop a system and structure for mission work. In 1928, a Mission Committee was officially formed and the question of how...
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