NOTE: I am modifying the answer on this question somewhat because I, along with the elders of Cornerstone, hold to a somewhat different understanding of the Sabbath than is presented in the catechism. Question 10: What does God require in the fourth and fifth commandments? Answer: Fourth, that we prioritize worship and rest and not live only for work, and so anticipate the eternal Sabbath. Fifth, that we love and honor our father and mother, submitting to their godly discipli

This week we come to Question 10 of the New City Catechism, found in Part 1 (questions 1-20), which focuses on God, creation and the fall, and the law. NOTE: I am modifying the answer on this question somewhat because my position on the Sabbath, together with my fellow elders at Cornerstone, represents a somewhat different understanding of the Sabbath than is presented in the catechism. Question 10: What does God require in the fourth and fifth commandments? Answer: Fourth, t

This week we come to Question 9 of the New City Catechism, found in Part 1 (questions 1-20), which focuses on God, creation and the fall, and the law. Question 9: What does God require in the first, second, and third commandments? Answer: First, that we know and trust God as the only true and living God. Second, that we avoid all idolatry and do not worship God improperly. Third, that we treat God’s name with fear and reverence, honoring also his Word and works. The Ten Comma

This week we come to Question 7 of the New City Catechism, found in Part 1 (questions 1-20), which focuses on God, creation and the fall, and the law. Question 7: What does the law of God require? Answer: Personal, perfect, and perpetual obedience; that we love God with all our heart, soul, mind, and strength; and love our neighbor as ourselves. What God forbids should never be done and what God commands should always be done. God’s law reflects his holy character. It is give

Disobedience to parents is largely expected in our culture, but in Scripture it is regarded as defiance of God's authority.

What does the command to remember the Sabbath day mean for Christians in the new covenant era?

The Law instructs us, not only by what it forbids, but by what it teaches by implication.

The law of God placed on our hearts and given as a written testimony to Israel points us in one direction: toward love for God and neighbor.