Lord's Day 11 — Wednesday: The Nature of True Faith
Lord's Day 11: God the Son - The Name 'Jesus Christ'
Wednesday — The Nature of True Faith
The Catechism
Q29. Why is the Son of God called 'Jesus,' meaning 'savior'?
Because he saves us from our sins, and because salvation should not be sought and cannot be found in anyone else.
Q30. Do those who look for their salvation in saints, in themselves, or elsewhere really believe in the only savior Jesus?
No. Although they boast of being his, by their actions they deny the only savior, Jesus. Either Jesus is not a perfect savior, or those who by true faith accept this savior must find in him all that is necessary for their salvation.
Today's Emphasis
Today, we dive into what true faith looks like according to the catechism, affirming that it must rest entirely on Christ for salvation.
Scripture Readings
John 14:6
Jesus said to him, 'I am the way, and the truth, and the life. No one comes to the Father except through me.'
From the Reformers
Heidelberg Catechism (Lord's Day 11)
"True faith must find in Jesus all that is necessary for salvation."
Reflection Questions
• What does true faith in Christ entail?
• How can we cultivate a faith that solely relies on Jesus?
Growing in grace through the Catechism — The Hearthside Team 🔥