LORD’S DAY 44 What doth the tenth commandment require of us?That even the smallest inclination or thought contrary to any of God’s commandments never rise in our hearts; but that at all times we hate all sin with our whole heart, and...[ abbreviated | read entire ]
LORD’S DAY 43 What is required in the ninth commandment? That I bear false witness against no man nor falsify any man’s words; that I be no backbiter nor slanderer; that I do not judge, nor join in condemning any man rashly or...[ abbreviated | read entire ]
LORD’S DAY 42 What doth God forbid in the eighth commandment?God forbids not only those thefts and robberies which are punishable by the magistrate; but He comprehends under the name of theft all wicked tricks and devices, whereby we...[ abbreviated | read entire ]
LORD’S DAY 41 What doth the seventh commandment teach us?That all uncleanness is accursed of God; and that therefore we must with all our hearts detest the same, and live chastely and temperately, whether in holy wedlock or in single life.
LORD’S DAY 40 What doth God require in the sixth commandment?That neither in thoughts, nor words, nor gestures, much less in deeds, I dishonor, hate, wound, or kill my neighbor, by myself or by another; but that I lay aside all desire of...[ abbreviated | read entire ]
LORD’S DAY 39 What doth God require in the fifth commandment? That I show all honor, love and fidelity, to my father and mother and all in authority over me, and submit myself to their good instruction and correction, with due obedience;...[ abbreviated | read entire ]
LORD’S DAY 38 What doth God require in the fourth commandment?First, that the ministry of the gospel and the schools be maintained; and that I, especially on the Sabbath, that is, on the day of rest, diligently frequent the church of God to...[ abbreviated | read entire ]
LORD’S DAY 38 What doth God require in the fourth commandment?First, that the ministry of the gospel and the schools be maintained; and that I, especially on the Sabbath, that is, on the day of rest, diligently frequent the church of God to...[ abbreviated | read entire ]
LORD’S DAY 37 May we then swear religiously by the name of God?Yes, either when the magistrates demand it of the subjects or when necessity requires us thereby to confirm fidelity and truth to the glory of God and the safety of our...[ abbreviated | read entire ]
LORD’S DAY 36 What is required in the third commandment?That we, not only by cursing or perjury, but also by rash swearing, must not profane or abuse the name of God; nor by silence or connivance be partakers of these horrible sins in...[ abbreviated | read entire ]
