Steven R Martins

This collection of profound and stirring lecture transcripts from the Niagara Conference 2024 invites readers into the heart of the enduring legacy of the Reformation. Held under the theme Post Tenebras Lux-Light after Darkness-the conference marked over five centuries since Martin Luther's 95 Theses ignited a movement that reshaped the church and the world.Through the voices of esteemed lecturers, this volume reflects on the Reformation's theological insights and their ongoing relevance. Rev. Kasey Horvath opens with a call to learn confession and repentance through the lens of the Psalms and the Reformers. Rev. Steven R. Martins illuminates the often-overlooked Spanish Reformation, while Dr. Ted Van Raalte provides a sweeping overview of the Reformation's impact across Europe. And Dr. David Robinson and Dr. Brian G. Najapfour explore foundational solas-Sola Scriptura and Soli Deo Gloria-drawing readers into the doctrinal clarity and worshipful awe that remain hallmarks of Reformed theology and tradition.With grace and precision, Post Tenebras Lux honours God's providence in history and equips the church to live faithfully in the light of His truth. Whether you are a pastor, theologian, or layperson, this book offers timeless lessons for today's challenges, inspiring a renewed commitment to the glory of God alone.

What happens when a covenant people, chosen and blessed by God, turn their backs on Him? The Book of Ezra tells the powerful story of the Jewish exiles, a people who lost their land and temple due to disobedience, yet were graciously restored by God's sovereign hand.In this engaging 40-day devotional, Steven R. Martins, founder of the C ntaro Institute, guides readers through the historical account of Ezra, exploring its profound relevance for today. More than a chronicle of ancient events, Ezra offers a vision of renewal for God's people, revealing timeless truths about repentance, perseverance, and the redemptive purposes of God.This devotional uncovers the deeper connections between Ezra's narrative and the gospel of Christ. It invites readers to see how the restoration of Jerusalem foreshadows the church's mission to rebuild and thrive amidst worldly opposition. Whether you long for spiritual renewal, seek to rediscover the church's missional calling, or desire to build faithful community, Reforming the Heart provides wisdom and encouragement for the journey.Perfect for personal reflection or shared study with family and friends, this devotional will inspire you to listen to the Spirit's voice and embrace the transformative power of God's Word.

This volume of the C ntaro Institute Archives is the first in a planned series. Each volume will delve into similar and complementary facets of this theme of reformation and culture, contributing to a deeper understanding and dialogue for the good of God's church. Through these publications, the C ntaro Institute aims to provide a rich resource for scholars, practitioners, and anyone interested in the intersection of the reformed faith, history, and cultural transformation.

La Fuente, the Iberoamerican Journal for Christian Worldview, is an educational resource intended to equip the church with a biblical understanding of the world and her place in it. The C ntaro Institute seeks to convey through La Fuente the notion of going back to the fount of Scripture as our ultimate epistemological authority for an informed and reformed perspective of reality and faithful living. The content of La Fuente is published in both English and Spanish, and is written in such a way as to bridge the gap between the scholar and the layman. Each edition explores a different theme, following an overarching thematic structure laid out by the editorial team of the C ntaro Institute. This edition is "Reformation & Culture."La Fuente, el Iberoamerican Journal for Christian Worldview, es un recurso educativo destinado a equipar a la Iglesia con una comprensi n b blica del mundo y su lugar en ella. El C ntaro Institute busca transmitir a traves de La Fuente la noci n de volver a la fuente de la Escritura como nuestra m xima autoridad epistemol gica para una perspectiva informada y reformada de la realidad y la vida fiel. El contenido de La Fuente se publica tanto en ingl s como en espa ol, y est escrito de tal manera que cierra la brecha entre el erudito y el laico. Cada edici n explora un tema diferente, siguiendo una estructura tem tica general establecida por el equipo editorial del C ntaro Institute. Esta edici n es "Reforma y cultura".

This is the epic Cid, who in the last quarter of the eleventh century was banished by Alphonso VI of Castile, fought his way to the Mediterranean, stormed Valencia, married his two daughters to the Heirs of Carri n and defended his fair name in parliament and in battle. Here in this national epic, we see not only El Cid the militaristic hero, but also the loyal subject, the man of faith, the loving father, in truth, aspects of his character that many do not see or care to pay enough attention to. Behold, the Christian hero who was pivotal to the Reconquista, recovering Christian lands lost to invading Islamic forces.

What is the gospel? How well can we articulate the gospel? If our gospel is solely about forgiveness of sin and entry into heaven in the hereafter, we have missed the true substance of the gospel. The gospel is more than a private spiritual experience, the gospel is all-encompassing in its nature and scope. Contrary to what many Christians might think, the gospel has significant ramifications for the here and now.

The Spanish Brothers is an accurate historical record of the rise, progress and fall of the Protestant Church in Spain. In particular, it mentions the history of the two great Autos-de-f (Acts of faith: march and execution of the "heretics") in Seville. The only fictitious narrative enclosed is what corresponds to the personal history of the two brothers and their families. This masterful literary rendition portrays with excellence the biblical truth that God rewards His faithful servants up to a hundred times more, even in this life, for everything they do and suffer por amor a su Nombre - for the love of His Name.

Heroes of the Spanish Reformation is a series that surveys the lives of the brave men who risked their lives, and some who gave them up, to advance the truth of God's Word for the glory of God alone.

Heroes of the Spanish Reformation is a series that surveys the lives of the brave men who risked their lives, and some who gave them up, to advance the truth of God's Word for the glory of God alone.

La Fuente, the Iberoamerican Journal for Christian Worldview, is an educational resource intended to equip the church with a biblical understanding of the world and her place in it. The C ntaro Institute seeks to convey through La Fuente the notion of going back to the fount of Scripture as our ultimate epistemological authority for an informed and reformed perspective of reality and faithful living. The content of La Fuente is published in both English and Spanish, and is written in such a way as to bridge the gap between the scholar and the layman. Each edition explores a different theme, following an overarching thematic structure laid out by the editorial team of the C ntaro Institute. This edition is "The Inspired Word."La Fuente, el Iberoamerican Journal for Christian Worldview, es un recurso educativo destinado a equipar a la Iglesia con una comprensi n b blica del mundo y su lugar en ella. El C ntaro Institute busca transmitir a traves de La Fuente la noci n de volver a la fuente de la Escritura como nuestra m xima autoridad epistemol gica para una perspectiva informada y reformada de la realidad y la vida fiel. El contenido de La Fuente se publica tanto en ingl s como en espa ol, y est escrito de tal manera que cierra la brecha entre el erudito y el laico. Cada edici n explora un tema diferente, siguiendo una estructura tem tica general establecida por el equipo editorial del C ntaro Institute. Esta edici n es "La Palabra Inspirada".

Lo que tienes ante ti es una joya reformacional del reformador espa ol Cipriano de Valera (1531-1602). En su Tratado (1594), originalmente escrito para aquellos creyentes protestantes esclavizados por los piratas o corsarios de Berber a, Valera conforta, exhorta y edifica magistralmente, al tiempo que proporciona una deconstrucci n del catolicismo romano, el juda smo y el islam. Quiz s lo m s notable es su nimo a aquellos fieles cautivos de dar testimonio a sus captores, tanto en palabra como en acci n de vida, albergando en lo profundo la esperanza de que la semilla del evangelio plantada por los cautivos producir a fruto transformador de vida en sus captores. Valera tuvo la audacia de creer, como todos deber amos, que el evangelio puede transformar los corazones de aquellos a quienes podr amos percibir como nuestros enemigos m s ac rrimos. Eso deber a provocarnos a tener una fe igual o mayor en lo que el evangelio puede lograr por el poder del Esp ritu de Dios.

Lo que tienes ante ti es una joya reformacional del reformador espa ol Cipriano de Valera (1531-1602). En su Tratado (1594), originalmente escrito para aquellos creyentes protestantes esclavizados por los piratas o corsarios de Berber a, Valera conforta, exhorta y edifica magistralmente, al tiempo que proporciona una deconstrucci n del catolicismo romano, el juda smo y el islam. Quiz s lo m s notable es su nimo a aquellos fieles cautivos de dar testimonio a sus captores, tanto en palabra como en acci n de vida, albergando en lo profundo la esperanza de que la semilla del evangelio plantada por los cautivos producir a fruto transformador de vida en sus captores. Valera tuvo la audacia de creer, como todos deber amos, que el evangelio puede transformar los corazones de aquellos a quienes podr amos percibir como nuestros enemigos m s ac rrimos. Eso deber a provocarnos a tener una fe igual o mayor en lo que el evangelio puede lograr por el poder del Esp ritu de Dios.

What you have before you, for the first time in English, is a reformational jewel by the Spanish reformer Cipriano de Valera (1531-1602). In his Treatise (1594), originally written for those protestant believers enslaved by the Barbary pirates, or corsairs, Valera masterfully comforts, exhorts, and edifies, while providing a deconstruction of Roman Catholicism, Judaism, and Islam. Perhaps most remarkable is his encouragement to those faithful held captive to witness to their captors, in both speech and life action, harbouring deep within a hope that the seed of the gospel planted by the captives would produce life-transforming fruit in their captors. Valera had the audacity to believe, as we all should, that the gospel can transform the hearts of those whom we might perceive as our most bitter enemies. That should provoke us to equal or greater faith in what the gospel can accomplish by the power of the Spirit of God.

What you have before you, for the first time in English, is a reformational jewel by the Spanish reformer Cipriano de Valera (1531-1602). In his Treatise (1594), originally written for those protestant believers enslaved by the Barbary pirates, or corsairs, Valera masterfully comforts, exhorts, and edifies, while providing a deconstruction of Roman Catholicism, Judaism, and Islam. Perhaps most remarkable is his encouragement to those faithful held captive to witness to their captors, in both speech and life action, harbouring deep within a hope that the seed of the gospel planted by the captives would produce life-transforming fruit in their captors. Valera had the audacity to believe, as we all should, that the gospel can transform the hearts of those whom we might perceive as our most bitter enemies. That should provoke us to equal or greater faith in what the gospel can accomplish by the power of the Spirit of God.

In the year 1517, a German monk named Martin Luther (1483-1546) nailed to the church door in Wittenburg his 95 Theses. This was not some easy-to-read tract, nor was it written as a treatise for the common people, it was instead written as an academic dispute against what the Roman Catholic Church had been teaching at the time, principally concerning the sale of indulgences - or to put it more simply, paying your way (and that of your relatives) to heaven.In order to truly appreciate the magnitude of this dispute, one must first understand Luther's background story, because the story of his life has a great deal to do with his dispute with Roman Catholicism's soteriology. This is why we have decided to republish Carl E. Koppenhaver's Martin Luther, coupled with an English translation of the 95 Theses, which helps to summarize succinctly what God in His divine providence brought about for the good of His church. In truth, what Luther accomplished by nailing those 95 Theses was to start a movement that would forever change the world.

In the year 1517, a German monk named Martin Luther (1483-1546) nailed to the church door in Wittenburg his 95 Theses. This was not some easy-to-read tract, nor was it written as a treatise for the common people, it was instead written as an academic dispute against what the Roman Catholic Church had been teaching at the time, principally concerning the sale of indulgences - or to put it more simply, paying your way (and that of your relatives) to heaven.In order to truly appreciate the magnitude of this dispute, one must first understand Luther's background story, because the story of his life has a great deal to do with his dispute with Roman Catholicism's soteriology. This is why we have decided to republish Carl E. Koppenhaver's Martin Luther, coupled with an English translation of the 95 Theses, which helps to summarize succinctly what God in His divine providence brought about for the good of His church. In truth, what Luther accomplished by nailing those 95 Theses was to start a movement that would forever change the world.