The Westminster Confession is a foundational document for countless churches worldwide. Churches of all sizes claim it as their confession, and hold to it with varying degrees of closeness. However, how many people actually have any real knowledge of the Confession or feel it is only of relevance to their church leaders? Joey Pipa’s study book is the ideal tool for all Christians who seek to gain a better understanding of their faith through exploring an integral cornerstone of Reformed Christianity. Pipa has produced an accessible, user– friendly study aid, which illuminates the Westminster Confession for all Christians, showing it is not just a document for intellectual theologians, but is as relevant in our own lives today, as when it was written. Also includes The Westminster Confession of Faith, The Larger Catechism, The Shorter Catechism, The Belgic Confession, The Heidelberg Catechism and the Canons of Dordt
Used twice with newer men to church. Needs to be used by a "well-thought teacher" who will guide discussion and answer developing questions. I appreciate how Mr. Pipa leads us to interact directly with Scripture primarily instead of WCF primarily. Helpful to have confession/catechisms noted together. Very helpful to have teacher's guide (answers), to have all questions printed withOUT space to answer in book, and to have confessions at end of book. Does NOT work in detail through every chapter of the WCF.
This is a very helpful study guide and resource, though the layout is a bit clunky. Pipa works through the Westminster Standards for the sake of discipleship, which isn't clear from the title. This is really a discipleship resource and curriculum for one-on-one or discussion-based small groups.