Who is the third article about and what is their work?
Holy Spirit; Sanctification
Why can I be sure of the forgiveness of sins?
God keeps his promises
Is it possible for an unbaptized person to be saved? Explain your reasoning.
Yes. It is unbelief that condemns
What is the 7th Commandment
A person can keep the commandments and earn heaven.
How did Christ redeem you from all sins?
He suffered and died on the cross to pay for my sins
To whom does God give eternal life?
All believers in Christ
What does Christ give us in the Sacrament?
The True body and blood of Christ for forgiveness
What is the 9th Commandment?
Do not covet your neighbor’s house
A Christian does not have to keep the 10 Commandments, but wants to because Christ fulfilled the Law.
True.
Why was it necessary for our Savior to be true man?
To actively obey God in everything to take our place under the law and to be able to suffer and die in our place.
Why was it necessary for our Savior to be true God?
To be a sufficient ransom for us and to overcome death and the devil
When do we receive the Sacrament in a worthy manner?
Believe in the words given and shed for you
What is the 2nd Commandment?
Do not take the Lord’s name in vain
Everyone receives the body and blood of Christ when they participate in the Lord's Supper.
True. But why?
Why is Christ’s descent into hell a part of his exaltation?
He declared victory over his enemies in hell, not to suffer punishment for our sins.
What do the Scriptures teach about the resurrection of the body?
On the last day Christ will raise me and all the dead. The same bodies that have died will be made alive.
How are we to examine ourselves before receiving the Sacrament? (4 things)
Sorry for your sins (examine yourself), recognize body and blood of Christ for forgiveness in the meal, by the power of the Holy Spirit live a changed life
What is the 8th Commandment?
Do not bear false witness against your neighbor.
Christ exalted himself to save me a lost and condemned creature.
What is the exaltation of Christ?
He fully and always uses his divine powers
What difference will there be between believers and unbelievers in the resurrection?
Believers will rise with glorified bodies to life everlasting with God in heaven. The unbelievers will rise to eternal death, that is to eternal shame and torment in hell.
Does everyone who eats and drinks the sacrament also receive forgiveness, life and salvation?
The Lord’s body and blood are offered to all who eat the sacrament, but it is only through faith can we receive the blessings offered there.
What are the two tables of the law?
Commandments 1-3; Commandments 4-10
Christ was true man so that he could be sufficient ransom for us.
False. That is why he was true God.