What are the differences between Reformational, Roman Catholic, and Anabaptist sacramental views? And what are sacraments for? In this episode of White Horse Inn, hosts Michael Horton, Justin Holcomb, Bob Hiller, and Walter Strickland discuss the common impressions and misconceptions of the sacraments in a society prone toward unmediated spirituality.

What Is a Sacrament?
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Signs & Seals
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What Is Baptism?
From his own baptism by John the Baptist to his last commission to go and make disciples of all nations, Jesus’s ministry is marked by this sacrament. But what does it mean? What are its biblical origins? And who should receive it? In this episode of White Horse Inn, hosts Michael Horton, Justin Holcomb, Bob […]

What Is the Lord’s Supper?
Christ instituted the Lord’s Supper and commanded the church to “do this in remembrance of me.” But why? In this episode of White Horse Inn, hosts Michael Horton, Justin Holcomb, Bob Hiller, and Walter Strickland compare the unique views of the Lutheran, Baptist, Reformed, and Anglican traditions of this sacrament and what it means to […]

What are the Means of Grace?
When new converts are brought into the church, they are often loaded up with the need to read the Bible, pray, practice repentance, and get into community—but equally vital to spiritual health is a right understanding of and participation in the means of grace. In this episode of White Horse Inn, hosts Michael Horton, Justin […]
Word and Sacrament
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What Are the Sacraments?
Are sacraments only a catholic concept? Pastor Adriel explains the biblical history of sacraments, their importance for every believer and how they point us to Christ.

What God Promises to Do Through Preaching
In an age of skepticism and institutional distrust, what is the role of preaching?

3 Reasons the Lord’s Supper Should Be Practiced in Public, Not Private
When practiced faithfully, the church remembers Christ, displays their unity, is strengthened in holiness, and proclaims the gospel until he comes. The Lord’s Table is not for isolated Christians—it is for the gathered church, where God nourishes his people and reminds them that their Redeemer is coming again.

When We Gather: A Biblical, Historical, and Confessional Case for Weekly Communion (Part 3)
For many within the Reformed tradition, the question of weekly communion appears to be settled before it is even asked. Scripture does not issue an explicit command requiring the Lord’s Supper to be observed every week.





