Heidelberg Catechism – Lord’s Day 39 104. Q. What does God require in the fifth commandment? A. That I show honor, love, and faithfulness to my father and mother and to all who are set in authority over me; that I submit myself with respectful obedience to all their careful instruction and discipline; and that …
Heidelberg Catechism – Lord’s Day 38 103. Q. What does God require in the fourth commandment? A. First, that the ministry of the gospel and Christian education be maintained, and that I diligently attend church, especially on the Lord’s day, to hear the Word of God, to participate in the holy Sacraments, to call publicly …
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, …
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