Knit Together by the Sacraments: Cultivating Reformed Sacramental Piety

Dr. K.J. Drake, Indianapolis Theological Seminary

In American church life, revivalist individualism and modern disenchantment have diminished the importance of the sacraments. A reinvigorated Reformed spirituality today must ground the sacraments in the gospel of Christ, his exalted ministry, and the Holy Spirit’s presence. The historical Reformed understanding of the Christian life as “improving on our Baptism” and the practice of preparing for the Supper as both communion with Christ and a foretaste of heavenly glory offer resources for retrieving Reformed sacramental piety. This presentation aims to help pastors present the sacraments in a way that invites congregants to embrace these divine gifts more fully, enriching their spiritual lives and strengthening the church community