Heidelberg Catechism

Heidelberg Catechism / Lord's Day 23 / Q. 59

Q. 59. But what doth it profit thee now that thou believest all this?

Question. But what doth it profit thee now that thou believest all this?

Answer. That I am righteous in Christ, before God (Rom. 5;1); and an heir of eternal life (John 5;24).

Proofs.

  • [proof-1] Rom. 5;1.—Therefore being justified by faith, we have peace with God through our Lord, Jesus Christ.— Rom. 1;16, 17.—Rom. 3;21, 22.
  • [proof-2] John 5;24.—He that heareth my word, and believeth on him that sent me, hath everlasting life.— John 3;36.—John 3;15.—Titus. 3;7.