Today’s Readings Podcast Description

Do the examples of Samuel or Manoah justify later inventions in worship? Calvin answers that neither introduced novelty of their own will, and that every human device added to the worship of God pollutes true holiness. Christ’s command to hear those who sit in Moses’ seat does not bind the conscience to the traditions of men; it only requires us to receive the pure law of God even when spoken by unworthy teachers. Legitimate church order is necessary for decency and peace, yet such ordinances must never be treated as necessary to salvation or as part of the worship of God itself. True decency leads the believer to Christ and fosters reverence; true order removes confusion and preserves discipline. Anything that produces only empty show or binds the conscience beyond Scripture remains und ...