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Heidelberg Catechism

Heidelberg Catechism / Lord's Day 5 / Q. 13

Q. 13. Can we ourselves then make this satisfaction?

Question. Can we ourselves then make this satisfaction?

Answer. By no means (Job 9;2, 3); but on the contrary we daily increase our debt (Matt. 6;12).

Proofs.

  • [proof-1] Job 9;2, 3.—But how should a man be just with God? If he will contend with him, he cannot answer him one of a thousand.— Matt. 16;26.—Ps. 130;3
  • [proof-2] Matt. 6;12.—Forgive us our debts, as we forgive our debtors.— Gen. 6;5.—Ps. 19;12.—Rom. 2;5.