by Christian | Dec 10, 2025 | Ask the Pastor
Recently I had a question asking whether “covenant theology” is so-called “replacement theology.” Those dispensational critics of Reformed covenant theology who accuse it of teaching that the New Covenant church has “replaced” Israel do not understand historic...
by Christian | Oct 25, 2025 | Ask the Pastor
What's Wrong With Halloween? By the Rev. Christian McShaffrey, M. Div. Pastor of Five Solas Church (Reedsburg, WI) Question: “I was recently surprised to discover that some of the people in our church disapprove of Halloween. Why? What’s so wrong...
by Christian | Oct 23, 2025 | Ask the Pastor, Sermons
What About Headcoverings? LISTEN Question: I’m new to the church and noticed that some of the women wear veils or hats during worship. I’ve never seen this before, so could you please explain? Answer: Sure, but I think a full explanation would be most...
by Christian | Jul 24, 2025 | Ask the Pastor
Question I tried visiting your church last Sunday and the doors were locked. The parking lot was full, I could hear you signing inside, but I couldn’t get in. Yes, I was a little late, but still… what’s up with that? Answer I apologize for the inconvenience, but we...
by Christian | Jun 9, 2025 | Ask the Pastor, Sermons
Matthew 21:18-22 by Christian McShaffrey...
by Christian | Apr 10, 2025 | Ask the Pastor, Worship
Why No Good Friday Service? Answered by John Calvin “Which I commanded them not, and which never came to my mind” (Jeremiah 7:31) This reason ought to be carefully noticed, for God here cuts off from men every occasion for making evasions, since he...
