Question 24 Why was it necessary for Christ, the Redeemer, to die? Answer Since death is the punishment for sin, Christ died willingly in our place to deliver us from the power and penalty of sin and bring us back to God. By his substitutionary atoning death, he alone redeems us from hell and gains …
Question 23 Why must the Redeemer be truly God? Answer That because of his divine nature his obedience and suffering would be perfect and effective; and also that he would be able to bear the righteous anger of God against sin and yet overcome death. This song covers questions 22 and 23.
Question 22 Why must the Redeemer be truly human? Answer That in human nature he might on our behalf perfectly obey the whole law and suffer the punishment for human sin; and also that he might sympathize with our weaknesses. This song covers questions 22 and 23.
Question 21 What sort of Redeemer is needed to bring us back to God? Answer One who is truly human and also truly God.
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