Augustus Lopes: Semper Reformanda

"The church Reformed, always reforming according to the Word of God" is a motto that was born from the Reformation’s emphasis on making sure that the church’s life, theology, and worship was more and more fully governed by Scripture. We rejoice in what God did in the sixteenth-century Reformation, but we don’t merely look back. We look ahead to how the Lord will continually conform His church to the Word of God. This session examines the church’s need for ongoing reform, examines how the church is being reformed today both in the West and around the world, and considers how the Western church can look to examples from Protestant movements around the world.

[thiagohenriquers]

If you don't know him, he's one of the greatest pastors here in 🇧🇷, a truly master and teacher of God's powerful word. May God bless him and you, greetings from 🇧🇷

[Avin]

Same thing is happening in the Slavic community! Especially on the west coast! I’m one of them! Praise God!

[tuffykt]

Very insightful brother Lopes, I'm glad you mentioned the sacred cow of career pastors. The Bible says that church overseers should only teach, (1 Timothy 3:2). Full time employment is not always justified, especially when a church is small and struggling.

[jshir]

*Yes, despite the doctrine of semper reformada and being “culture change agents” reformed Christians in particular are committed to maintaining the status quo in both the church & society.*

[insightoftheages]

How can you be transformed by the renewing of your mind of you NEVER change your mind about church doctrine? Did not Martin Luther do that very thing?