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Do good works count? (LD 24)

Introduction How are we right with God? Last time we said that the satisfaction, righteousness, and holiness of our Lord Jesus Christ is imputed to us. Christian believers are saved in the only way possible: by the grace of God, who gave his only Son to sacrifice himself on our behalf. At the same time, … Continue reading Do good works count? (LD 24) →

arjenvreugd Catechism Leave a comment December 12, 2022 9 Minutes

Being right with God (LD 23)

Introduction In the previous lessons we studied the Apostles’ Creed. Now that we have finished this, the catechism takes a step back and reminds us why this was important. In LD 7 we said that only those are saved who by a true faith are grafted into Christ, and that this faith means that we … Continue reading Being right with God (LD 23) →

arjenvreugd Catechism Leave a comment November 29, 2022 9 Minutes

Anointing in the Old Testament

In Old Testament times, it was common practice to anoint officials: prophets, priests, and kings. But even the patriarchs (Abram, Isaac, Jacob) are called God’s “anointed ones” in Ps. 105:15. The ritual of anointing with oil is, first of all, a sign of dedication to God. In Gen. 28:18 we read that Jacob poured oil … Continue reading Anointing in the Old Testament →

arjenvreugd Miscellaneous Leave a comment January 21, 2022 2 Minutes

The image of God (LD 3, q&a 6)

Introduction I am not able to keep God’s law perfectly. Without my saviour, I am a miserable sinner, in the power of the devil. This is true for me, for you, for all people. I am inclined by nature to hate God and my neighbour.  That was the teaching of Lord’s Day 2—see the previous … Continue reading The image of God (LD 3, q&a 6) →

arjenvreugd Catechism Leave a comment October 8, 2021October 8, 2021 11 Minutes

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