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Dr. R. Scott Clark tackles questions from Heidelmail breaking down whether Jesus' presence at the Feast of Dedication in John 10 justifies the celebration of Christmas and other non-commanded holidays. He contrasts the Regulative and Normative principles of worship while exploring historical Reformed perspectives on church holidays. Finally, he addresses questions on inspired hymnody and infant baptism, providing insights from Reformed theology and church history.

00:11 - Introduction to the Heidelberg Reformation Association
01:24 - Q1: Jared's Question on the RPW and Hanukkah
02:08 - The Regulative Principle vs. The Normative Principle of Worship
03:20 - Did Jesus' Presence in John 10 License Celebrating Christmas?
04:58 - John Calvin's Commentary on the Feast of Dedication
06:04 - Historical Divisions on Holidays in Reformed Theology
06:24 - The Pitfalls of an Established State Church
08:18 - John Calvin's View on Christmas and the Heidelblog Resources
08:36 - The Synod of Dort (1619) and Political Concessions on Holidays
09:33 - Running Battles: Organs, Magistrates, and Liturgical Compromises
10:08 - Q2: Jared's Second Question on Inspired Hymnody
11:50 - Q3: Jonathan's Question on Infant Baptism