Editor’s notes
Russell Dykstra's editorial introduces a commemorative issue of the Standard Bearer marking the 400th anniversary of the Synod of Dort (1618-1619), highlighting the synod's historical significance in combating Arminianism and establishing Reformed doctrine on salvation with both theological precision and pastoral warmth. The editor calls readers to rejoice in God's faithfulness by studying the Canons of Dort and the synod's broader contributions to Reformed theology and church life.
Four hundred years ago, theologians -- pastors and professors -- from Reformed churches all over Europe were wending their way to the town of Dordrecht, in the province of Utrecht, in the Lowlands. They were coming by invitation of the Reformed churches and the States General, the governing political body of the provinces. These men came knowing that they were facing a difficult task, namely, confronting a dangerous heresy with many heads and much deception. Did they know that they were leaving...
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