What It Means to Be ”Reformed”
Herman Hanko clarifies what the term "Reformed" authentically means in theological identity, addressing the modern confusion and misuse of the label. This pamphlet challenges both churches and individuals who claim the Reformed name without understanding or maintaining its doctrinal foundations, calling for precision and accountability in how the designation is employed.
“Earnestly contend for the faith which was once delivered unto the saints” (Jude 3) That is the word of God—the Word of God to the church. In the light of that Word of God, what it means to be Reformed is an important subject to discuss. It is generally well known that the word “Reformed” has come to have such a variety of meanings in our day that in fact it has come to mean nothing at all. There are churches which call themselves “Reformed” who are not any longer Reformed not only, but who...
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