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by: G. I. Williamson
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Binding: Paperback
Dewey Decimal Number: 238.42
EAN: 9780875525518
ISBN: 0875525512
Label: P & R Publishing
Manufacturer: P & R Publishing
Number Of Items: 1
Number Of Pages: 241
Publication Date: 1993-11
Publisher: P & R Publishing
Sales Rank: 529975
Studio: P & R Publishing
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Rating:  - The basics explained
G. I. WIlliamson writes in a clear manner with a series of questions at the end of each Lord's Day to spur discussion. His writing is easily understood, 3-4 pages per Lord's Day. While Ursinus is the author of the Catechism, his commentary sometimes lack the applicability that Williamson brings. I am using this book to teach my adult Sunday School class.
Rating:  - not much of a guide
If you are looking for a GUIDE for the Heidelberg Catechism, this is NOT the book to buy. You should go with the commentary by Ursinus who is one of the authors of the catechsim. The Ursinus book, however, comes with a bit of warning: it is very very comprehensive and difficult to read. The chapter on sin alone exceeds 10 pages (font 7ish).
In the student guild by G.I. Williamson, the author often rambles on and on to make a rather insignificant point. Just borrow the book from a pastor ... Read More
Rating: - Goldmine for any believer, Old or New.
I am just about finished with Williamson's study guide to the Heidelberg Catechism and it seems I've learned more from that one book, than the volumes of reformed theology I have sitting on my shelf. Williamson makes it clear, that Christianity is an old old story, and so many times we are looking for the new 'mantra' or 'chant' to break us through to the blessed life. When we realize who we are in Christ, and take advantage of what Christ has given us (the church, the sacraments, prayer, the word, etc) ... Read More
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