Heidelberg Catechism – Lord’s Day 37 101. Q. But may we not swear oaths by the name of God in a devout manner? A. Yes, when the civil authorities require it of their subjects, or when it is otherwise needed to maintain and promote fidelity and truth, to the glory of God and the welfare …
Heidelberg Catechism – Lord’s Day 36 99. Q. What is required in the third commandment? A. That we must not profane or abuse the name of God by cursing, by perjury, or by unnecessary oaths. Nor are we to participate in such horrible sins by keeping quiet and thus giving silent consent. In a word, …
Heidelberg Catechism – Lord’s Day 25 65. Q. Since, then, faith alone makes us share in Christ and all his benefits, where does such faith originate? A. The Holy Spirit creates it in our hearts by the preaching of the holy gospel, and confirms it by the use of the holy Sacraments. 66. Q. What …
Heidelberg Catechism – Lord’s Day 21 54. Q. What do you believe concerning the “Holy Catholic Church”? A. I believe that, from the beginning to the end of the world, and from among the whole human race, the Son of God, by his Spirit and his Word, gathers, protects, and preserves for himself, in the …
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