The Plumb Line The Plumb Line | 09.06.25
Sep 8, 2025
Peter Lillback, the President of Westminster Theological Seminary and an expert in church history and theology, dives into essential themes of faith and finance. He discusses the importance of aligning investments with Christian values and explores the historical significance of the Westminster Catechisms in teaching about salvation and sin. Lillback also critiques the rise of liberal theology, emphasizing the value of biblical authority. He highlights Westminster's commitment to deep theological education as a foundation for navigating today's secular challenges.
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Founding To Defend Reformed Orthodoxy
- Westminster Seminary was founded in 1929 to preserve Reformed orthodoxy against rising liberalism in denomination seminaries.
- The school grounds its identity in the Westminster Confession and the legacy of Machen and old Princeton theology.
Catechisms As Compact Biblical Training
- The Westminster Shorter and Larger Catechisms succinctly summarize biblical doctrine for different audiences.
- The catechisms provide concise, Scripture-footnoted teaching that trains families and ministers alike.
How Salvation Is Received
- Come to faith by trusting Christ as your substitute and receiving his righteousness by faith alone.
- Rely on Scripture passages like Romans and Ephesians that teach justification by grace through faith, not works.
