Promises, Promises … A Reformed Response to “Promise Keepers”
Prof. Ronald Cammenga offers a critical Reformed examination of the Promise Keepers movement, addressing concerns about its theological foundations and its widespread acceptance across denominational lines, including within Reformed churches. This pamphlet serves as a theological critique of a popular men's ministry from a distinctly Reformed perspective, questioning whether the movement aligns with Reformed doctrine and practice despite its appeal and positive testimonials.
Introduction Across our country men by the thousands are flocking to convention centers and sports stadiums. The attraction is not rock groups or football games. Instead they have come together to learn how to be better husbands and fathers. The meetings are conducted by Promise Keepers (PK), a men’s ministry based in Boulder, Colorado. Enthusiasm for PK is widespread. Support for PK crosses all denominational lines. Churches and church leaders of every conceivable stripe (Baptist,...