What profit is the reign of Christ to us? The Heidelberg Catechism and its potential for the future
Article
Abstract
English
The article helps to understand the disturbing statement of the Heidelberg
Catechism: “I have a natural tendency to hate God and my neighbor.” It unfolds
the wide breadth of meaning of “hate” and argues that the catechism offers a deep
and realistic understanding of sin. Above all, however, the Heidelberger presents an
even richer meaning of “comfort”, which can free from the bondage of hate and sin.
The article illuminates this comfort given by Christ and His Spirit.
Keywords
English
Heidelberg Catechism Reign of Christ Christ and His Spirit Threefold office Sin and hate Comfort in Jesus Christ
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Authors
Welker, M.
Publisher
Faculty of Theology, University of the Free State