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title: "Reformed study guides by topic"
description: "Begin with Scripture and explore six Reformed study guides, with explanations, discussion questions, and links to the Confession, catechisms, and RP Testimony."
canonical: "https://ctkrp.org/learn/topics/"
source: "https://ctkrp.org/assets/rpcna-constitution-2026.pdf"
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EXPLORE THE REFORMED FAITH

# Reformed study guides by topic

Begin with Scripture. Follow a topic through the church’s standards, then reflect on what it means for faith and everyday life.

[Study by topic](https://ctkrp.org/learn/topics/) · [Common questions](https://ctkrp.org/learn/rpcna-questions/) · [Reformed glossary](https://ctkrp.org/learn/glossary/)

## [Salvation by grace through faith](https://ctkrp.org/learn/topics/salvation-by-grace/)

Our acceptance with God rests on Jesus Christ and His righteousness. We receive Him by faith, and a life of grateful obedience follows.

[Open study guide →](https://ctkrp.org/learn/topics/salvation-by-grace/)

## [Understanding covenant theology](https://ctkrp.org/learn/topics/covenant-theology/)

God deals with His people through covenants. His promises help us read the Old and New Testaments as one unfolding story fulfilled in Christ.

[Open study guide →](https://ctkrp.org/learn/topics/covenant-theology/)

## [Baptism and the children of believers](https://ctkrp.org/learn/topics/baptism/)

Baptism points us to Christ and marks reception into the visible church. Reformed Presbyterians administer it to professing believers and the children of believers.

[Open study guide →](https://ctkrp.org/learn/topics/baptism/)

## [Assurance of salvation](https://ctkrp.org/learn/topics/assurance-of-salvation/)

Believers may know that they belong to Christ. That confidence grows through His promises and the Spirit’s work, even when feelings are unsettled.

[Open study guide →](https://ctkrp.org/learn/topics/assurance-of-salvation/)

## [Keeping the Lord’s Day](https://ctkrp.org/learn/topics/lords-day/)

The Lord’s Day gives a weekly rhythm of worship and holy rest, turning our attention toward God and making room to serve others.

[Open study guide →](https://ctkrp.org/learn/topics/lords-day/)

## [Church membership and life together](https://ctkrp.org/learn/topics/church-membership/)

Christ gathers His people into a church family where they worship, receive care, serve one another, and grow under His Word.

[Open study guide →](https://ctkrp.org/learn/topics/church-membership/)

## How to use these guides

Read the Bible passages first, then the explanation and linked standards. Each guide includes questions for personal reflection, family conversation, or a small group. Take your time with unfamiliar words; the [glossary](https://ctkrp.org/learn/glossary/) can help.

For the church’s adopted texts, follow the links to the [2026 RPCNA Constitution](https://ctkrp.org/assets/rpcna-constitution-2026.pdf). You can read the Confession and Testimony side by side on their chapter pages.

[Ask us a question about what you are reading](https://ctkrp.org/contact/)

Original source: [2026 RPCNA Constitution](https://ctkrp.org/assets/rpcna-constitution-2026.pdf)

Canonical page: https://ctkrp.org/learn/topics/