Q. 50. Why is it added, And sitteth at the right hand of God?

Heidelberg Catechism

Question. Why is it added, And sitteth at the right hand of God?

Answer. Because Christ is ascended into heaven for this end, that he might there appear as head of his Church (Eph. 1;22): by whom the Father governs all things (Matt. 28;18).

Proofs.

[proof-1] Eph. 1;22.—And hath put all things under his feet, and gave him to be the head over all things to the church.— Heb. 1;3.—Heb. 8;1.—1 Pet. 3;22.
[proof-2] Matt. 28;18.—All power is given unto me in heaven and in earth.—1 Cor. 15;25.—John 5;22.

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Citation: Heidelberg Catechism Q. 50, Wikisource 1879 Reformed Church in America translation.

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Scripture refs: 1CO.15.25, 1PE.3.22, EPH.1.22, HEB.1.3, HEB.8.1, JHN.5.22, MAT.28.18

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