Brainerd Lakes Reformed Church

09/02/2026

The Westminster Confession of Faith and the Catechisms are documents that we believe contain "the system of doctrine taught in the Holy Scriptures." The Shorter Catechism is a wonderful tool to teach us truths in short question and answer formats.

We continue with Question 8: How doth God execute His decrees?

Answer: God executeth his decrees in the works of creation and providence.

08/28/2026

The Westminster Confession of Faith and the Catechisms are documents that we believe contain "the system of doctrine taught in the Holy Scriptures." The Shorter Catechism is a wonderful tool to teach us truths in short question and answer formats.

We continue with Question 7: What are the decrees of God?

Answer: The decrees of God are his eternal purpose, according to the counsel of his will, whereby, for his own glory, he hath foreordained whatsoever comes to pass.

08/19/2026

Have you ever wondered about the origin or reliability of the Bible?

Starting in late September, our new Bible study will tackle common objections raised about the reliability of the New Testament.

Come explore the Bible with people who take it seriously. Located in the Brainerd area.

For information on location and exact start date, visit our contact page to reach out to us. We look forward to studying the Bible with you.

We'd love to have you join us for our book study. If you would like more information about our study, fill out this form.

08/15/2026

The Westminster Confession of Faith and the Catechisms are documents that we believe contain "the system of doctrine taught in the Holy Scriptures." The Shorter Catechism is a wonderful tool to teach us truths in short question and answer formats.

We continue with Question 6 about the Trinity: How many persons are there in the Godhead?

Answer: There are three persons in the Godhead; the Father, the Son, and the Holy Ghost; and these three are one God, the same in substance, equal in power and glory.

08/06/2026

The Westminster Confession of Faith and the Catechisms are documents that we believe contain "the system of doctrine taught in the Holy Scriptures." The Shorter Catechism is a wonderful tool to teach us truths in short question and answer formats.

We continue with Question 5: Are there more Gods than one?

Answer: There is but one only, the living and true God.

07/23/2026

The Westminster Confession of Faith and the Catechisms are documents that we believe contain "the system of doctrine taught in the Holy Scriptures." The Shorter Catechism is a wonderful tool to teach us truths in short question and answer formats.

We continue with Question 4: What is God?

Answer: God is a spirit, infinite, eternal, and unchangeable, in his being, wisdom, power, holiness, justice, goodness and truth.

07/17/2026

The Westminster Confession of Faith and the Catechisms are documents that we believe contain "the system of doctrine taught in the Holy Scriptures." The Shorter Catechism is a wonderful tool to teach us truths in short question and answer formats.

We continue with Question 3: What do the Scriptures principally teach?

Answer: The Scriptures principally teach what man is to believe concerning God, and what duty God requires of man.

07/14/2026

This fall, we will return for a study on the authenticity of the New Testament scriptures.

Have you ever wondered about the origin or reliability of the Bible? Our study in the fall will tackle common objections raised about the reliability of the New Testament.

We will be studying through a video series by Ligonier Ministries led by Dr. Michael Kruger. "This is a series to help dispel doubts and give you confidence that the right books, and only the right books, are in the Bible."

We will post more details about a start date in the next few months.

07/08/2026

The Westminster Confession of Faith and the Catechisms are documents that we believe contain "the system of doctrine taught in the Holy Scriptures." The Shorter Catechism is a wonderful tool to teach us truths in short question and answer formats.

We continue with Question 2: What rule hath God given to direct us how we may glorify and enjoy Him?

Answer: The Word of God, which is contained in the Scriptures of the Old and New Testaments, is the only rule to direct us how we may glorify and enjoy Him.

06/30/2026

The Westminster Confession of Faith and the Catechisms are documents that we believe contain "the system of doctrine taught in the Holy Scriptures." The Shorter Catechism is a wonderful tool to teach us truths in short question and answer formats.

We begin with Question 1: What is the chief end of man?
Answer: Man's chief end is to glorify God, and to enjoy Him forever.