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J "> ■>^' CATECHISM OF i THE METHODIST CHtJRCH, CANA ■9 THE M ''■«au.i %f^ 1 NOTE. 4t the m^^ qf ion -2 IT.-OfGod 5 in.— Of Man and l!;tiSiii 7 IV'. —Of Redemption 10 v.— Of the Conditional Bonelits of the At(vio:r.'-; - - 13 VI.— Of Christian Duty 18 \'ll.— Of the Chureli and Its Ordinances .... 0.5 V'lH.—Oi the Sacraments 2!) IX.— Of the Otiioes of the Cl^.d-h 33 X.— Of the Kin'j^dom of Christ and the End of the World 36 . c •■t- I. OF THE CHRISTIAN RELIGION. 1 . Who made yoii ? God, the Father Ahiiighty, Maker of heaven and earth. Genesis i. 1. In the beginning God created the heaven and the earth. 27. So God created man in his own image, in the image of God created he him ; male and female created he them. Acts xiv. 15. And saying, Sirs, why do ye these things ? We also are men of like passions with you, and preach unto you that ye should turn from these vanities unto the living God, which made heaven, and earth, and the sea, and all things that are therein. 2. -For what purpose did God create man ? God created man to glorify Him by serving Him in love, and to enj OF MAN AND HIS 8IN. 7 nothing, by thu word of His power, and all very good. trcncma i. 1. In tlie beginning (Utd crtfatod tlw heaven and tlie etirth. 81. And (Jod saw cverytliing that ho had made, and, b^ihold, it was v(3ry good. Hebrews xi. 3. Through faith we un(h3rstand that the worlds were framed by the? word of Ood, so that things which are seen were not made of things which do appear. •f III. OF MAN AND HIS SIN. 13. lii' what estate did God create man ? God Great, d man in His own image, after His like- ness, in knowledge and true holiness. Genesis i. 27. So God created man in his own image, in the image of God created he him ; male and female created he them. 14. Did our fnst parents covMmte hi the estate u'herein God created them '■ Our lirst parents dii Christ arcompJUh the vorlc of redemption f' Jesus Christ doth accomplish the work of redemp- tion, as Prophet, Priest, and King, by revealing to us the grace and truth of God the Father, by making atonement for sin and intercession for sinners, and by ruling in His Church and over the world for the world's salvation. John i. 17, 18. For the law was given by Moses, but grace and truth came by Jesus Christ. No man hath seen God at any time ; the only begotten Son, wliicli is in the bosom of the Father, he hath declared him. Hebrews x. 12, 13. But this man, after he had offered one sacrifice for sins for ever, sat down on the right hand of God; from henceforth expecting till his enemies be made his footstool. Hebrews vii. 25. Wlierefore he is able also to save them to the uttermost that come unto God by him, seeing he ever liveth to make intercession for them. 1 Corinthians \v. 25. For he must reign, till he hath ])ut all enemies under his feet. 25. What M the Atonement ? The atonement which Christ hath made for sin is that ofl^jring of Himself as the gift of the Father's ■"»-. ■''^•. H5^T 12 OF REDEMPTION. love in which He humbled Himself and became obedi- ent unto death, even the death of the cross, and for the sake of which (lod doth forgive sin. 1 John iv. 10. Herein is love, not that we loved God, but that he loved us, and sent his Son to be the propitia- tion for our sins. Ronians iii. 25, 26. Whom God hath set forth to be a propitiation through faith in his blood, to declare his righteousness for the remission of sins that are past, through the forbearance of God ; to der'lare, I say, at this time his righteousness : that he might be just, and the justifier of him which believeth in Jesus. 26. What are the universal and unconditional henefitH lohich flow from the Atonement ? The universal and imconditional benefits which flow from the Atonement are the dispensation of God's grace for all mankind, the offer of eternal life in Jesus Christ to all, the probation of all, and the ability of every man to accept salvation through the grace of God. 1 John ii. 2. And he is the propitiation for our sins : and not for ours only, but also for the sins of the whole world . 2 Corinthians v. 19. To wit, that God was in Christ, reconciling the world unto himself, not imputing their trespasses unto them ; and hath committed unto us the word of reconciliation. Titus ii. 11, 12. For the grace of God that bringeth salvation hath appeared to all men, teaching us that, denying ungodliness and worldly lusts, we should live soberly, righteously, and godly, in this present world. 1 Timothy ii. 3, 4. For this is good and acceptable in the sight of God our Saviour ; who will have all men to be saved, and to come unto the knowledge of the truth. *» I «^ •* f ^ -^'.y ! . s- % r e a e n n e V. OF THE CONDITIONAL BENEFITS OF THE ATONEMENT. 27. What are the conditional henefts which flow from the Atonement? The conditional benefits which flow from the Atonement are justification, adoption, regeneration, sanctification, and eternal glory. 1 Corinthians i. 30. But of him are ye in Christ Jesus, who of God is made unto us wisdom, and righteousness, and sanctification, and redemption. Romans viii. 29, 30. For whom he did foreknow, he also did predestinate to be conformed to the image of his Son, that he might be the firstborn among many brethren. Moreover whom he did predestinate, them he also called : and whom he called, them he also justified : and whom he justified, them he also glorified. John i. 12. But as many as received him, to them gave he power to become the sons of God, even to them that believe on his name. 28/ What are the conditions upon which these heneflts are extended to all men through the Atonement '^ The conditions upon which these benefits are ex- tended to all men through the Atonement are true repentance and living faHli. Acts XX. 21. Testifying both to the Jews, and also to the Greeks, repentance toward God, and faith toward our Lord Jesus Christ. Mark i. 14, 15. Now after that John was put in prison, Jesus came into Galilee, preaching the Gospel of ■^he kingdotn of God, and saying, The time is fulfilled, and the kingdom of God is at hand : repent ye, and believe the gospel. r I', U OF CONDITIONAL BENEFITS OF THE ATONEMENT. 29. What is trite rfpentance ? Ti'uo repentance is a grace of the Holy Spirit wiiereljy a .sinner, from a sense of his sins, and appre- hension of the mercy of God in Christ, doth, with grief and hatred of his sin, turn from it to Ood, with full purpose of, and endeavour after future obedience. 2 Corinthians vii. 10. For godly sorrow worketli re- jientance to salvation not to be repented of: l)ut the sorrow of the world worketh death. ActH xi. 18. When they heard these things, they lield tlieir peace, and glorified Clod, saying, Tlien hath ( }od also to the (rentiles granted repentance unto life. Acts iii. 20. Unto you first God, having raised up liis Son JesuH, sent him to bless you, in turning away every one of you from his iniquities. 30. What is faith in Christ ? Faith in Christ is a saving grace whereby we receive Him, trust in Him, and rest upon Hiin alone for salvation, as He is offered to us in the Gospel. John i. 12. But as many as received him, to them gave he power to become the sons of Cilod, even to tlnan that believe on his name. Acts xvi. 31. And they said. Believe on the Lord Jesus Christ, and thou shalt be saved, and thy house. Ephesians ii. 8. For by grace are ye saved through faith ; and that not of yourselves : it is the gift of ( rt)d. 31. What is justijicat'ion? Justification is an act of God's free grace wherein He pardoneth all our sins and accepteth us as right- eous in His sight, only for the sake of Jesus Christ. Ro7nans iv. 5. But to him that worketh not, ])ut ))elieveth on him that justifieth the ungodly, hiy faith is counted for righteousness. 1 John ii. 12. I write imto you, little children, because your sins are forgiven you for his name's sake. Romans v. 1. Therefore being justified by faitli, we have peace with (^x] through our Lord Jesus ('hriat. OF CONDITIONAL BENEFITS OF THE ATONE^IENT. 1") 32. What is adoption ? Adoption is ati act of God's free grace wliureby He bestows on believers the name and privileges of the sons of (jiod. Oalatian^ iv. 4, 5. But when the fulness of the time was come, (rod sent forth his Son, made of a wtmian, made under the law, to redeem them that were under the law, that we might receive the adoption of sons. 1 John iii. 1. Behold, what manner of love the Father hath bestowed upon us, that we should iDe called the sons of (ilod : therefore the world knoweth us not, l)ecause it knew him not. Ro7)iati.s viii. 17. And if children, then lieirs ; lieirs of (irod, and joint-heirs with Christ ; if so be that wo sutler with him, that we may be also glorified togetlier. 33. What M rerieneration? Regeneration is that work of the Holy Spirit, wherein we are made new creatures in Christ Jesus, being renewed in the image and likeness of God. John iii. 3. Jesus answered and said unto him, Verily, verily, I say unto thee. Except a man be born again, he cannot see the kingdom of God. 2 Corinthians v. 17. Therefore if any man be in Christ, he is a new creature : old things are passed away ; behold, all things are become new. Ephemtni< iv. 24. And that j'^e put on the new man, which after God is created in righteousness and true holiness. 34. Hoin are heUerers assured of their sonship? Believers are assured of their sonship by the wit- ness of the Spirit, direct and indirect. Romans viii. 16. The Spirit itself bearetli witness with our spirit, that we are the children of God. 1 John iii. 24. And he that keepetli his connnand- ments dwelleth in him, and he in him. And liereby we know that he abidetli in us, ])y the Spirit which lie hath given us. ■ii' 16 OF rOVDITIOXAL BENEFITS OF THE ATONEMENT. 35. What is the direct witness of the Spirit ? The direct witness of the Spirit is an inward impression on the soul whereby the Spirit of God immediately and directly witnesses to my spirit that I am a child of God. Galatians iv. 6. And because ye are sons, God hath sent forth the Spirit of his Son into your hearts, crying, Abba, Father. Romans viii. 15. For ye have not received the spirit of bondage again to fear ; but ye h ive received the Spirit of adoption, whereby we cry, Abba, Father. 36. What .".V the indirect witness of the Spirit ? The indirect witness of the Spirit is the assurance which we have from the consciousness of the fruit of the Spirit in our heart and life. 2 Corinthians i. 12. For our rejoicing is this, the testi- mony of our conscience, that in simplicity and godly sincerity, not with fleshly wisdom, but by the grace of God, we have had our conversation in the world, and more abundantly to you-ward. 1 John iii. 14. We know that we have passed from death unto life, because we love the brethren. He that loveth not his brother abideth in death . 1 John ii. 29. If ye know that he is righteous, ye know that every one that doeth righteousness is born of him. Galatians v. 22. But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, longsuffering, gentleness, goodness, faith, meek- ness, temperance. 37. What is sanctijication ? Saactification is that separation from sin and con- secration to the service of God, which is wrought by the Holy Spirit in the believer at regeneration and continued in his growth in grace. 1 Peter i. 2. Elect according to the foreknowledge of God the Father, through sanctiiication of the Spirit, OF OONDITTOyAL BENEFITS OF THE ATONEMENT. 17 i. ^ unto obedience and sprinkling of the blood of Jesus Clirist : Grace unto you, and peace, be multiplied. 15. But as he which hath called you is holy, so be ye holy in all manner of conversation. 2 Corinthians vii. 1. Having therefore these promises, dearly beloved, let us cleanse ourselves from all filthiness of the flesh and spirit, perfecting holiness in the fear of God. 1 Corinthians i. 2. Unto the church of God which is at Corinth, to them that are sanctified in Christ Jesus, called to be saints, with all that in every place call u])on the name of Jesus Christ our Lord, botli theirs and ours. 38. What is entire -mnctijication ? Entire sanctification is the attainment of fully consecrated believers upon the exercise of faith in Christ as Saviour from all sin, and consists in loving God with all our heart, soul, mind, and strength, and our neighbour as ourselves. 1 Thessalonians v. 23. And the very God of peace sanctify you wholly ; and I pray God your whole spirit and soul and body be preserved blameless unto the com- ing of our Lord Jesus Christ. Matthew xxii. 37-40. Jesus said unto him, Thou shalt love the Lord thy God with all thy hesirt, and with all thy soul, and with all thy mind. This is the first and great commandment. And the second is like unto it, Thou shalt love thy neighbour as thyself. On these two commandments hang all the law and the prophets. 1 John iv. 18. There is no fear in love ; but perfect love casteth out fear : because fear hath torment. He that feareth is not made perfect in love. } VI. OF CHRLSTIAN DUTY. 39, J low is fJie hiir of lore to (!od and man .sef, forth ill the Script iirts/ Tlic law of love to Cod and man is Ret forth in the Scripliii-es in the Ten ('oinmandniciits given to iMokcs, in tlieir exposition in the life aiid teacliinLj of oui" Loi'd, and especially in Mm Sermon on the jVIount. MatOu'W V. 17. Think not that I am come to destroy tlie law, or the prophets : I am not come to destroy, luit to fulfil. Jolm i. 17. For the law was pi-iven by Moses, Init graci^ and truth came by Jesus Christ. 40. Rppeat the Ten Commandments. I. Thou shalt have no other gods before me. II. Thou shalt not make unto thee any graven image, or any likeness of any thing that is in heaven above, or that is in the earth beneath, or that is in the water under the earth : tliou shalt not bow down thyself to them, nor serve them : for I the Lord thy God am a iealous (lod, visiting the inicpiity of the fathers upon the children unto the third and fourth genera- tion of them that hate me ; and shewing mercy unto thousands of them that love me, and keep my connnandments. III. Thou siialt not take the name of the Lord thy God in vain ; for the Lord will not hold him guiltless that taketh his name in vain. IV. Remember the sabbath day, to keep it holy. Six days shalt thou labour, and do all thy work : l)ut the seventh day is the sabbath of the Lord thy God : in it thou shalt not do any woi'k. thou, nor thy son, nor thy daughter, thy man- servant, nor thy maidservant, nor thy cattle, jior thy stranger that is within tliv j'iitcH : lor •mmandment. And the second is like, namely tliis, Thou shalt love thy neighbour as thyself, There is none other commandment greater than these. 42. What are the duties to God enjoined in the first tdh/e. ? The duties enjoined in the first table are the ao- f 20 OF CHRISTIAN DUTV. knowledgment and service of the only true God ; His worship in spirit tuid truth, without superstitious and i(h)latrous forms ; reverence for His name ; and observance of the day set apart for religious rest and worship. John iv. 24. (rod is a Spirit : and they that worship him must worship him in spirit and in truth. 1 Corinthians x. 14. Wherefore, my dearly beloved, flee from idolatry. Matthew V. 34, 35. But I HSi.y^ unto you. Swear not at all; neither by heaven ; for it is (iod's throne : nor by the earth ; for it is his footstool : neither by Jerusalem ; for it is the city of the great King. Acts XX. 7. And ui)on the first day of the week, when the disciples came tojj^ether to break bread, Paul preaclied unto them. 1 Corinthians xvi. 2. Upon the first day of the week let every one of you lay by him in store, as (lod liatli prospered him, that there be no gatherings when I come. 43. What are the duties to our fdlow-men enjoined in the second table ? The duties enjoined in the second table are filial affection and obedience ; and respect for our neigh- bours' rights in life, family, property, and reputation, extended to the thoughts and desires of the heart. Ephesians vi. 1-3. Children, obey your parents in the Lord : for this is right. Honour thy father and mother ; which is the first commandment with promise ; that it may be well with thee, and thou mayest live long on the earth. Romans xiii. 8-10. Owe no man any thing, but to love one another: for he that loveth another hath fulfilled the law. For this. Thou shalt not commit adultery, Thou shalt not kill. Thou shalt not steal. Thou shalt not bear false witness, Thou shalt riot covet; and if there be any other commandment, it is briefly compre- hended in this saying, namely, Thou shalt love thy neigh- bour as thyself. Love worketh no ill to his neighbour : therefore love is the fulfilling of the law. OF CHRISTIAN DUTY. 21 44. How doth our Lord set forth our duty to God and our/tlloivmfnJ Our Lord seta forth our duty to Ood and our fellow-men in these words: *'Thon shalt love the Lord thy Ood with all thy heart, and with all thy soul, and with all thy strength, and with all thy mind ; and thy neighhour as thyself." Luke \. 27. And he auHwering sai^', Thou shalt love the Lord tliy Ood with all thy heart, and with all thy soul, and with all thy strength, and with all thy mind ; and thy neighbour as thyself. 45. What are the more particular duties uvfolded in the Netv TeMament'^ The more partieular duties unfolded in the New Testament aie our duties to ourselves, to our family, to the Church of Christ, to the state, and to society at large. Ephesians vi. 4-9. And, ye fathers, provoke not yom* children to wrath : but bring them up in the nurture and admonition of the Lord. Servants be obedient to them that are your masters according to the flesh, with fear and trembling, in singleness of your heart, as unto Christ ; not with eyeservice, as menpleasers ; but as the servants of Christ, doing the will of (xod from the heart ; with good will doing service, as to the Lord and not to men : knowing that ivhatsoever good thing any man doeth, the same shall he receive of the Lord, whether he be bond or free. And, ye masters, do the same things unto them, forbearing threatening: knowing that your Master also is in heaven ; neither is there r aspect of persons with him. Bomans xiii. 1. Let every soul be subject unto the higher powers. For there is no power but of God : the powers that be are ordained of God. 7, 8. Render there- fore to all their dues : tribute to whom tribute is due ; custom to whom custom ; fear to whom fear ; honour to whom honour. Owe no man anything, but to love one another : for he that loveth another hath "nlfilled the law. 22 OF CHRISTIAN bUTY. 46. What are our duties to our>idves? Our duties to ourselves are to guard the health, temperance, and chastity of the body; to cultivate the mind in the knowledge of truth ; and to preserve the spirit in purity and communion with God. 1 Corinthians vi. 19, 20. What? know ye not that your body is the temple of the Holy Ghost which is in you, which ye have of (xod, and ye are not your own ? For ye are bought with a price : therefore glorify God in your body, and in your spirit, which are God's. Colossians i. 1), 10. For this cause we also, since the day we heard it, do not cease to praj'' for you, and to desire that ye might be filled with the knowledge of his will in all wisdom and spiritual understanding ; that ye might w^alk worthy of the l^ord unto all pleasing, being fruitful in every good wnk, and increasing in the know- ledge of God. Jude 20, 21. But ye, beloved, building up yourselves on your most lioly faith, praying in the Holy Ghost, keep yourselves in the love of God, looking for the mercy of our Lord Jesus Christ unto eternal life. 47. What are our dutiea to our family ? Our duties to our family are the duties to each other of husband and wife, parent and child, brother and sister, master and servant, as set forth in the Scriptures. Colosmms iii. 18-22. Wives, submit yourselves unto your own husbands, as it is fit in the Lord. Husbands, love your wives, and be not bitter against them, niiil- dren, obey your i)arents in all tilings : for this is well pleasing unto the Lord. Fathers, provoke n< your children to anger, le.st they be discouraged. Servants, obey in all things your masters according to th(^ flesh ; not With cycsrrvice, as iiK'iiplcascrs ; ])ut in singleness of heart, fearing (muI, Colossion.i iv. 1. Masters, give unto your servants that which is just and equal; knowing that ye also have a Master in heaven. • ♦ f ( OF CHRISTIAN DUTY. 23 J ^ • 48. ir/i(X^ are our duties to our country ? Our duties to our country are to render due lioncjur to rulers ; to observe the laws of the land in the fear of God and to support their authority ; to co-^tribute our just share to tlie expense of government ; to ])roniote the public well-being; and to exercise our fianchise for the pul)lic good. Mattkc}!' xxii. 21. Render therefore unto Crpsar the things which are Cjtisar's ; and unto God the things that are God's. Romans xiii. 1. Let every soul be subject unto the higher powers. For there is no |)ower but of God : the powers that be are ordained of (xod. 7. Render therefore to all their dues : tribute to whom tribute is due ; custom to whom custom ; fear to whom fear ; lionour to whom honour. 49, What are our (hitics to tlia Church of Christ '/ Our duties to the Church of Christ are to take our ])art in the public ordinances of Avorsliij) ; to assist according to our ability in all Chiistian work ; to contribute according to our means to the support of the Church and its institutions, and }>articularly to the extension of the GospL'l in the ^^•orld. Acts ii. 41, 42. Tlien they that gladly received his word were ba]>tized : and the same day there were added unto them about three thousand soid'^. And they con- tinued stedfastly in the apostles' doctrine and fellowship, and in breaking of bread, aiul in prayers. 2 Coriii.thiuiix ix. 7. Every man according as he pur- poseth in his heart, so let liim give;; not grudgingly, or of necessity : for (xod loveth a. cheerful giver. Mutthra- xwiii, 19, 20. (Jo ye tlierefore, and teach all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Katlier, and of tlie 8on, and of th<' Holy Ghost : teaching them to observe all things whatsoever I have commanded you : and, lo, I am with you alway, even unto the end of the world. Amen. JC ,- 24 OF CHRISTIAN DUTY. Romans xii. 6 8. Having then gifts differing accord- ing to the grace that is given to us, whether prophecy, let us prophesy according to the proportion of faith ; or ministry, let us wait on our ministering : or I e that teacheth, on teaching ; or he that exhorteth, on exhorta- tion : he that giveth, let him do it with simplicity ; he that ruleth, with diligence ; he that sheweth mercy, with cheerfulness. 50. What are our duties to society at large ? Our duties to society at large are truth, honour, justice, and kindness to all men ; ec^uity, fidelity, honesty, and industry in business ; help to the needy ; and respect for age and authority. Ephesians iv. 25. Wherefore putting away lying, speak every man truth with his neighbour : for we are members one of another. 28. Lot him that stole steal no more : but rather let him labour, working with his hands the thing which is good, that he may have to give to him that needeth. 32. And be ye kind one to another, tender- hearted, forgiving one another, even as God for Christ's sake hath forgiven you. Philippians iv. 8. Finally, brethren, whatsoever things are true, whatsoever things are honest, whatso- ever things are just, whatsoever things are pure, what- soever things are lovely, whatsoever things are of good report ; if there be any virtue, and if there be any praise, think on these things. 1 Thcssalonians iv. 11, 12. And that ye study to be quiet, and to do your own business, and to work with your own hands, as we commanded you ; that ye may walk honestly toward them that are without, and that ye may have lack of nothing. 51. J^Ioir doth our Lord sum up our duties to our fellow-men ? if Our Lord sums up our duties to our fellow-men in the Golden Rule, "All things whatsoever ye would that men should do unto you, do yo even so to them." Matthew vii. 12. Therefore all things whatsoever ye would tliat men should d(j to you, do ye even so to them : for this is the law and the prophets. VII. OF THE CHURCH AND ITS ORDINANCES. • ■ • 52. What is the Church of Christ ? A Church in any place is a body of faithful men among whom the divinely-appointed ordinances are maintained in all things necessary to the same ; and the Church universal is the whole body of true be- lievers in every age and place. 1 Corinthians xvi. 10. The churches of Asia salute you. Aquila and Priscilla salute you much in the Lord, with the church that is in their house. Colossians i. 18. And he is the head of the body, the church : who is the beginning', the firstborn from the dead ; that in all things he might have the pre-eminence. 1 Timothy iii. 15. But if I tarry long, that thou mayest know how thou oughtest to behave thyself in the house of God, which is the church of the living God, the pillar and ground of the truth. Ephcsians iv. 4-G. There is one body, and one Spirit, even as ye are called in one hope of j^our calling ; one Lord, one faith, one baptism, one God and Father of all, who is above all, and through all, and in you all. 53. Which, accordlnii to Holy Scripture, are the ordin- ances of the Christian Church? According to Holy Scripture, the ordinances of the Christian Church are Preaching of the Word, Prayer, Fellowship, the Holy Sacraments, and Church Disci- pline. Acts ii. 41, 42. Then they that gladly received his word were baptized : and the same day there were added unto them about three thousand souls. And they con- tinued stedfastly in the apostles' doctrine and fellowship, iind in breaking of bread, and in prayers. Matthcvi xviii. 17, 18. And if he shall neglect to hear them, tell it unto the church : but if he neglect to hear the church, let him be unto thee as an heathen man and y?:. 2(3 OF TIIK CIIURCII AND ITS ORDINANCES. 11 publican. Verily I say unto you, Whatsoever ye shall bind on earth shall be bound in heaven : and whatsoever ye shall loose on earth shall be loosed in heaven. Acts XX. 28. Take heed therefore unto yourselves, and to all the flock, over the which the Holy Ghost hath made you overseers, to feed the church of God, which he liatii purchased with his own blood. 54. Ilofv are the ordinaiLCts .■secured in perpetuity in the Church '■ The ordinances are secured in perpetuity in the Cliristian Church through men called of (rod and ordained by the Churcli ; and through the co-opera- tion with them of evangelists, teachers, and other labourers, according to the gift and grace of God. EphcsifUiH iv. 11, 12. And he gave some, apostles; and some, prophets ; and some, evangelists ; and some, pastors and teachers ; for the perfectin^^ of the saints, for the work of the ministry, for the edifying of the body of Christ. Acts xiii. 2, 3. As they ministered to the Lord, and fasted, the Holy Ghost said, Separate me Barnabas and 8aul for the work whereuntc I have called them. And when they had fasted and prayed, and laid their hands on them, they sent them away. Titus i. 5. For this cause left I thee in Crete, that thou shouldest set in order the things that are wanting, and ordain elders in every city, as I had appointed thee, 55. How i.s the Word of God to he used an a means of (jrace '/ The Word of God is to be need as a means of grace by the private study of the vScriptures, and ])y diligent attendance upon the public reading and preaching of the \Vord in the Church. 2 Timothy iii. 15. And that from a child thou hast known the holy scrii)tures, which are able to make thee wise unto salvation through faitli whicli is in Christ Jesus. 1 Timothy iv. VX Till I come, give attendance to reading, to exhortation, to doctrine. ^^j^JLlAjt^t^ ii ' OF THE cnuiu'll and its okdinancks. '>7 9 it 56. Hoir (loth tlu Word read and htard hecomt rjlv- tiial wdo salratioii '/ That the Word may become, effectual unto salva- tion we must attend thereto with diligence, pre])ar{«- tion, and prayer ; receive it with faith and love ; lay it up in our hearts ; and practise it in our lives. Acts xvii. 11. These were more noble than those in Thessalonica, in that they received the word with all readiness of mind, and searched the scriptures daily, whether those things were st). Psahii cxix. 11. Thy word liave I hid in mine heart, tliat I might not sin against thee. Colosxians iii. IG. Let the word of Clirist dwell in you richly in all wisdom ; teaching and admonishing one another in psalms and hynms and si)iritual songs, singing with grace in your hearts to the Lord. 57. What is prayer t; Prayer is the offering up of our desires unto (ilod for things agreeable to His will in the name of Ciirist, with confession of our sins, and thankful acknowledg- ment of His mercies, and in faith that if we so ask wc shall receive. Philippian^ iv. (>. Be careful for nothing; but in every thing l)y prayer and sup})lication with thanks- giving let your requests be made known unto God. Matthciv vii. 7, 8. Ask, and it shall hv given you ; seek, and ye shall find ; knock, and it shall b(^ opened unto you : for every one that asketh receivetli ; and lie that seeketh tindeth ; and to him that knocketh it shall be opened. 58. What kinds of prayer are enjoined in the Srrip- tures .^ We are taught in the Scriptures to pray in private, in our families, and j)ul)licly in the house of (}od. Mattheir vi. 0. P>ufc thou, when thou p^ayest, enter into thy closet, and when thou hast shut thy door, pray 28 OF THE CHURCH AND ITS ORDINANCES. I ^ to thy Father which is in secret ; and thy Father which seeth in secret shall reward thee openly. Joshua xxiv. 15. And if it seem evil unto you to serve the Lord, choose you this day whom you will serve ; whether the gods which your fathers served that were on the other side of the flood, or the gods of the Amorites, in whose land ye dwell : but as for me and my house, we will serve the Lord. 1 Timothy ii. 1. I exhort therefore, that, first of all, supplications, prayers, intercessions, and giving of thanks, be made for all men. 59. After ivhat manner hath our Lord taucjht us to pray ? Our Lord hath taught us when we pray to say : " Our Father, which art in heaven, hallowed be Thv name. Thy kingdom come. Thy will be done in earth, as it is in heaven. Give us this day our daily bread. And forgive us our trespasses, as v\q forgive them that trespass against us. And lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil : For Thine is the kingdom, the power, and the glory, for ever and ever. Amen." Matthew vi. 9-13. After this manner therefore pray ye : Our Father which art in heaven, Hallowed be thy name. Thy kingdom come. Thy will be done in earth, as it is in heaven. Give us this day our daily bread. And forgive us our debts, as we forgive our debtors. And lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil : For thine is the kingdom, and the power, and the glory, for ever. Amen. Luke xi. 2-4. And he sa'd unto them, When ye pray, say. Our Father which art in heaven. Hallowed be thy name. Thy kingdom come. Thy will be done, as in heaven, so in earth. Give us day by day our daily bread. And forgive us our sins ; for we also forgive every one that is indebted to us. And lead us not into temptation ; but deliver us from evil. 60. What u thefellotrship of believers? The fellowship of believers is the communion of OF THE SACRAMENTS. 29 saints in the unity of the Spirit, and more particularlj^ the meeting of Clnistians with one another to testify of the grace of Ood in their hearts and lives, to con- fess their sins to one another, and to admonish and exhort one another to all holiness. Malachi iii. 16, 17. Then they that feared the Lord spake often one to another : and the Lord hearkened, and heard it, and a book of remembrance was written before him for them that feared the Lord, and that thought upon his name. And they shall be mine, saith the Lord of hosts, in that day when I make \xp my jewels ; and I will spare them, as a man spareth his own son that serveth him. Hebrews x. 24, 25. And let us consider one another to provoke unto love and to good works : not forsaking the assembling of ourselves together, as the manner of some is ; ])iit exhorting one another : and so much the more, as ye see the day appruacliing. VIII. OF THE SACRAMENTS. 61. What is a sacrament ? ' A sacrament is a holy ordinance instituted by Christ, wherein by outward and visible signs Christ and the benefits of the new covenant are represented and sealed to the Church, and received by those who worthily partake thereof. Matthew xxviii. 10. Go ye therefore, and teach all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father, and of the Sou, and of the Holy Ghost. L\ike xxii. 19, 20. And he took bread, and gave thanks, and brake it, and gave unto them, saying. This is my body which is given for you : this do in remem- brance of me. Likewise also the cnp after su])})er, saying, Tiiis cup is tlie uew testament in my blood, which is shed for you. 80 OF THE SACRAMFNTS. 1 1 Corinthians xi. 27. Wherefore whosoever shall eat this bread, and drink this cup of tlie Lord, unworthily, shall be guilty of the body and blnod of the Lord. 62. What sarramenfs hath Christ insfitdtrd in Jfis Church/ Christ hath instituted two sat'i-anicnts in His Church, Baptism and the Lords kSupper. Ephcsians iv. 5. One Lord, one faith, one baptism. 1 CorinthianH x. 16, 17. The cup of blessing which we bless, is it not the communion of the blood of Christ ? The })read which we break, is it not the communicm of the body of Christ ? For we being many are one bread, and one body : for we are all partakers of that one ])read. 63. What is Christian, baptism ? Christian baptism is oaptism with water in the nime of the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit, as the sign of purification from sin and of admission into the Chui'ch, and the seal of the covenant blessings. Matthew xxviii. 11). Go ye therefore, and teach all nati(ms, baptizing them in the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy (xhost. 1 Peter iii. 21. The like figure whereunto even bap- tism doth also now save us (not the ])utting away of the filth of the flesh, but the answer of a good conscience toward God,) by the resurrection of JesiiS CI ist. Aets ii. 41. Then they that gladly received his word were baptized : and the same day there were added unto them about three thousand souls. 64. Who are the proper subjects of baptism? The proper subjects of baptism are infants and adult believers. Mark xvi. 16. He that believeth and is baptized shall be saved ; but he that believeth not shall be damned. Artfi ii. 38, 31). Tlien Peter said unto them, Repent, and 1)0 baptized every one of you in the name of .lesus Clirist for the remission of sins, and ye shall receive the gift of the Holy Ghost. For the promise U unto you, - OF THE SACRAMENTS. 81 and to j^our cliildren, and to all that are afar off, even as many a« the Lord our God shall call. Acts xvi. 83. And he took tlieiu th<' same hour of tlit* nig-ht, and waslied their stripes; and was liapti/cd, h«' and all his, straightway. 35. What ?.s' file mode ofhaptl^m ? The mode of haptism aeeoi'ding to the usage of the Church from the days of the Apostles is either sprink- ling, pouring, or immersion ; and the Scriptures do not prescribe any mode as exclusively valid. QQ. What are the ohligathns imposed }t}io)i us hy our f tap f ism ? The oldigations imposed upon us by our ])aptism are renunciation of sin, faith in Christ, and h)ving obedience to Him. Ac,t^ xxii. 10. And now why tarriest thou? arise, and be bai)tized, and wash away thy sins, calling on the name of the Lord. Hebrews x. 21-24. And having an high ])riest over the house of God ; let us draw near with a true heart in fidl assurance of faith, having our hearts sprinkled from an evil conscience, and our bodies washed with j)ure water. Let us hold fast the jjrofessicm of our faith without wavering ; (for he is faithful that promised ;) and let us consider one another to provoke unto love and to good works. 67. What is the form of faith professed in baptism ? The form of faith professed \x\. baptism is the Apostles' Ci'eed : I believe in God the Father Almighty, Maker of heaven and earth : and in Jesus Christ His only jSon our Lord, who was conceived by the Holy Ghost, born of the Virgin Mary, suffered under Pontius Pilate, was crucified, dead, and buried ; the third day He rose again from the dead. He ascended into heaven, and sitteth on the right hand of diod the -Father Almighty; from thence fie shall come to judge tlie (piii'k and the dead. 32 OF THE SACRAMENTS. I I I believe in the Holy (lliost ; the holy catholic Church; the coinuiunion of saints ; the forgiveno'js of sins ; the resurrection of the body ; and the life ever- lasting. Amen. 1 CorinthUim xv. 3, 4. For T delivered \mto you first of all that which I also received, how that Christ died for our sins according: to the scriptures ; and that he was buried, and that he rose again the third day accord- ing to the scrij)tures. 1 Timothy iii. 10. And without controversy great is the mystery of godliness : God was manifest in the flesh, justified in the Spirit, seen of angels, preached unto the Gentiles, believed on in the world, received up into glory. 2 Timothji i. 13. Hold fast the form of sound words, which thou hast heard of me, in faith and love which is in Christ Jesus. 68. What is the LonVs Sapper ? The Lord's Supper is a sacrament wherein, by giving and receiving bread and wine according to Christ's appointment, His death is shown forth ; and those who receive worthily arc, by faith, made par- takers of His body and blood with all His benefits, to their spiritual nourishment and growth in grace. Matthew XX vi. 26-28. And as they were eating, Jesus took bread, and blessed it, and brake it, and gave it to the disciples, and said. Take, eat ; this is ray body. And he took the cup, and gave thanks, and gave it to them, saying, Drink ye all of it ; for this is my blood of the new testament, which is shed for many for the remission of sins. 1 Corinthians xi. 23-26. For I have received of the Lord that which also I delivered unto you. That the Lord Jesus the same night in which he was betrayed to(5k bread : and when he had given thanks, he brake it, and said. Take, eat : this is my body, which is broken for you : this do in remembrance of me. After the samci manner also he took the cup, when he had supped, say- ing. This cup is the new testament in my blood : this do ye, as oft as ye drink it, in remembrance of me. For as often as ye eat this bread, and drink this cup, ye do shew the Lord's death till he come. V ^ OF THE OFFICES OF THE CHURCH. 1 Corinthians x. 10, 17. The cup of blessing which we bless, is it not the ctnnmunion of the blood of Christ ? The bread wliich we brealc, is it not the coninmnion of the body of Christ? For we being many are one ]>read, and one body : for we are all partakers of that one bread. 69. What ifi required of those trho iroidd ivorlhily 'par- take of the Lor(Vs Supper '/ It is required of those who would worthily partake of the Lord's Supper that they examine themselves of their repentance, love, and obedience ; of their know- ledge to discern the Lord's body ; and of their faith to feed upon Him. 1 Corinthians xi. 28-31. But let a man examine him- self, and so let him eat of that bread, and drink of that cup. For he that eateth and drinketh unworthily, eateth and drinketh damnation to himself, not discerning the Lord's body. For this cause many are weak and sickly among you, and many sleep. For if we would judge oiu'selves, we should not be judged. IX. ^ ^ OF THE OFFICES OF THE CHURCH. 70. What 1.9 Church discipline ? Church discipline is that godly government of the Church ijhat preserveth purity of doctrine, rectitude of life, and the Scriptural ordering of all matters in the household of faith. Matthew xviii. 17, 18. And if he shall neglect to hear them, tell it unto the church : but if he neglect to hear the church, let him be unto thee as an heathen man and a imblican. Verily I say unto you. Whatsoever ye shall bind on earth shall be bound in heaven : and whatsoever ye shall loose on earth shall be loosed in heaven. Titus iii. 9-11. F)Ut avoid foolish questi(ms, and genea- 34 OF THE nrFICEH OF THK OHURi'ir, li I logics, and contentions, and strivings about the law ; for they are iniprofitab'iO and vain. A nian that is an lieretick aft«!r the Hrst and second admonition reject; knowing that he that is sneh is subverted, and sinnetli, being eondenined of himself. 71. For what purpose, tras the Church of (Jhri^f with ifs ordinances osfahllshcAi in the irorld ? Tlie Church of (Jhrist was established in the world for the preaching of the (Jospel to all nations, tiie conversion of sinners, and the edification of believers. Mark xvi. 15. And he said imto them. Go ye into all the w(jrld, and preach the gospel to every creature. Acts XX vi. 17, IH. Uelivenng thee from the people, and from the (Jentiles, unto whom now T send thee, to open their eyes, and to turn them from darkness to light, and from the power of Satan mito God, that they n\ay receive forgiveness of sins, and inheritence among them which are sanctified by faith tliat is in me. Ephcsiitns iv. 11, 12. And he gave some, apos*ies ; and some, proi)hets ; and some, evangelists ; and some, pastors and teachers ; for the perfecting of the saints, for the work of the ministry, for the edifying of the body of Christ. 72. IToiv is the Church of Christ ejfecfirefor ifs work? The Church of Christ is effective for its work ])y the maintenance of the truth of Holy Scripture, by the indwelling of the Holy Spirit in the hearts of her members, and by the diligent use of the means of grace. 2 Timothy iii. 16, 17. All scripture is given by inspi- ration of God, and is profitable for doctrine, for reproof, for correction, for instruction in righteousness : that the man of God may be perfect, throughly furnished unto all good works. John xiv. 10, 17. And I will pray the Father, and he shall give you another Comforter, that he may abide with you for ever : even the Spirit of truth ; whom the world cannot receive, ])ecause it seeth him not, neitlier knoweth him : but ye know him ; for he dwelleth with you, and shall be in you. H,, u * ^ OP THE OFFirFS OK TlIK (HrurH. 95 I ^ 1 H(hv(V'n X. 24, 2r>. And l<'t ns ('((iisidrr oiu» iu»<»thrr to pr()V(»k more, as yf> sco t\\v day approacliin^;*. 73, What offirrs dofh flic Holy Spln'f per/mm for the Chinrh of Chrisf.jf Tlie ofHcoa whicli tlu! ftoly Spiiit jicifoiMns for tlic Cliiirch of Christ are that He calls and (jnalilies tht; (U th •h srtocti for th niinibtry, r conviction and conversion of ainncrs and the edilic a- tion of believers, is present in her ordinances, and gives direction ami power to her work. Acta xiii. 2. And as they ministered to the Lord, and fasted, the Holy (ihost said, Se|)arate nie l^arnabas and Saul for the work wherennto T have called them. Arf.'i i. (S. ]^ut ye shall receive ]K)wer, after that the Holy (rhost is come upon you : and ye shall be witnesses unto me both in Jerusalem, and in all dudjea, and in Samaria, and imto tin; uttermost part of the eartli. Actff XV. 28. For it seemed good to the Holy Ghost, and to us, to lay upon you no g-reater burden than these necessary things. I Thcamlnnians i. 5. For our gospel came not unto you in word only, but also in i)ower, and in the Holy ( I host, and in much assurance ; as ye know what '.iianner of men we were among you for your sake. 74. What are. the offices irhirh the llohj Spirit per- forms/or indlridual hellcren l^ The offices which the Holy Spirit perfoims for individual believers are that He renews them in the image and likeness of Ood, witnesses to their sonship, guides them into truth, assists them in ])ra3'er, com- forts them in trouble, sanctifies tiiem from sin, and perfects them in love. Titits iii. 5. Not by works of righteousness which we have done, but according to his mercy he saved us, by the washing of regeneration, and renewing f»f the Holy (.fhust. 36 qi; OF THE KINGDOM OF CHRIST Romans viii. 16. The Spirit itself beareth witness with our si)irit, that we are the children of (4od. John xvi. 13. Howbeit when he, the Spirit of truth, is come, lie will guide j^ou into all truth. RoTYutns viii. 26. Likewise the Spirit also helpeth our infirmities : for we know not what we should pray for as we ought : but the Spirit itself maketh intercession for us with groanings which cannot be uttered. AcU ix. 31. Then had the churches rest throughout all Judsea and Cxalilee and Samaria, and were edified ; and walking in the fear of the Lord, and in the comfort of the Holy Ghost, were multiplied. 1 Peter i. 2. Elect according to the foreknowledge of God the Father, through sanctificatioii of the Spirit, unto obedience and sprinkling of the blood of Jesus Christ ; Grace unto you, and peace, be multiplied. Bo/iians v. 5. And hope maketh not ashamed ; because the lo\ of God is shed abroad in our hearts by the Holy Ghost which is given unto us. » / V X OF THE KINGDOM OF CHRIST AND THE END OF THE WORLD. L 75. What is the Kingdom of Christ ? The Kingdom of Christ is His mediatorial govern- ment in the Church and over the world for the over- throw of sin and the establishment of the Kingdom of God among men. 1 Corinthians xv. 24, 25. Then cometh the end, when he shall have delivered up the kingdom to God, even the Father ; when he shall have }jut down all rule and all authority and power. For he must reign, till he hath put all enemies under bis feet. Revelation xi. 15. And the seventh angel sounded; and there were great voices in heaven, saying, The king- doms of this world are become the kingdoms of our Lonl, and of his Christ ; and he shall reign for ever and ever, * i ^fe* ft; AND THE END OF THE WORLD. 8: V ^ Ephcsians i. 20-23. Which ht^ wrought in Christ, when he raised him from the dead, and set him at his own right hand in the heavenly places, far al)ove all principality, and power, and might, and dominion, and every name that is named, not only in this world, but also in that which is to come : and hath put all things under his feet, and gave him to be the head over all things to the church, which is his body, the fulness of him that filleth all in all. 76. What is the Kingdom of God ? The Kingdom of God i^ the rule of God in the hearts and lives of men. Matthew vi. 10. Thy kingdom come, thy will be done in earth as it is in heaven. Luke xvii. 21. 'Ihe kingdom of God is within you. Romans xiv. 17. The kmgdom of God is not meat and drink; but righteousness, and peace, and joy in the Holy Ghost. 77- IIoiv doth Christ establish His Kingdom ? Christ establishes Hi>3 Kingdom by the proclama- tion of the truth with the power of His Spirit, and ])y His providential direction of the affaii's of men. Matthew xxviii. 18-20. And Jesus came and spake unto them, saying. All power is given unto me in heaven and in earth. Go ye therefore, and teach all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Ghost : teaching them to observe all things whatsoever I have commanded you : and, lo, I am with you alway, even unto trie end of the world. Amen. Acts i. G--30. Behold the fowls of the air : for they sow not, neither do they reap, nor gather into barns ; yet your heavenly Father feedeth them. Are ye not much better than they? Which of you by taking thought can add one cubit unto his stature? And why take ye thought for raiment? Consider the lilies of the field, how they grow ; they toil not, neither do they spin : and yet I say unto you. That even Solomon in all his glory was not arrayed like one of these. Wherefore, if God so clothe the grass of the field, which to-dav is, and to-morrow Is cast into the oven, shall he not much more clothe you, O ye of little faith? Hfhrcios xii. 5, 0. And ye have forgotten the exhorta- tion which speaketh unto you as unto children, My sun, despise not thou the chastening of the Lord, nor faint when tliou art rebuked of him : for whom, the Lord loveth he chasteneth, and scourgeth every son whom he receiveth. Matthew vii. 11. If ye then, being evil, know how to give good gifts unto your children, how much more shall your l<\ither which is in heaven give good things to them that ask him ? RontuKU viii. 2S. And we know that all things work togetlier for good to them that love God, to them who are the called according to his purpose. A I* AND THE ENJ> OF THE WORLD. 'S\) 79. When ivill the Kingdom of Christ he ron-nim- mated ? The Kingdom of Christ will be consummated when, after the Gospel has been preached to all nations, and its glorious promises have been accomplished in the establishment of the reign of righteousness in tlic earth, Christ shall come again to judge the quick and the dead. Matthew xxiv. 14. And this gospel of the kinj^dom shall be preached in all the world for a witness unto all nations ; and then shall the end come. 2 Timothii iv. 1. I charge thee therefore before CJod, and the Lord Jesus Christ, who shall judge the (piick and the dead at his appearing and his kingdom. 80. How shedl cdl men he hroiujht to the jndrjment ? At tlie coming of Christ all that are in the graves shall hear His voice, and shall come forth ; they that have done good, unto the resurrection of life ; and they that have done evil, unto the resurrection of condemnation. John V. 28, 20. IVIarvel not at this : for the hour is coming, in the which all that are in the graves shall hear his voice, and shall come forth ; they that have done good, unto the resurrection of life ; and they that have done evil, unto the resurrection of damnation. Revelation xx. 12, 13. And I saw the dead, small and great, stand before Cod ; and the books were opened : and another book was opened, which is the book of life : b and the dead were judged out of those things which were written in the books, according to their works. And the sea gave up the dead which were in it ; and death and hell delivered up tlie dead which were in them : and they were judged every man according to their works. 81. How shall all men he judged F All men shall be judged according to the deeds . d(me in tlie body, and as responsible for the privi- leges which they have enjoyed in this life. f k I I I 40 OF TI[E K1N(H)().-\I OK CIIlilST. 2 Corinthians v. 10. For we must all apju-itr Ijyforc the jiulgment seat of Christ ; that every one may receive the things done in his body, according to that' he hath done, whether it h?. good or bad. Blatthew xi. 23, 24. And thou, Capernaum, which art exalted unto heaven, shalt be brought down to liell : for if the mighty works, which have been done in thee, had ))een done in Sodom, it would have remained until this day. But I say imto you. That it shall be more tolerable for the land of Sodom in the day of judgment, than for thee. 82. What shall he the end of the iricked ? The end of the wicked shall be eternal separation from God, in an estate of eternal sin, which is eternal death and misery. Matthew XXV. 41. Then shall he say also unto them on the left hand, Depart from me, ye cursed, into ever- lasting fire, prepared for the devil and his angels. Mark iii. 29. But he that shall blaspheme against the Holy Ghost hath never forgiveness, but is in danger of eternal damnation. John iii. 3(5. He that believeth on the Son hath ever- lasting life : and he that believeth not the Son shall not see life ; but the wrath of God abideth on him. 83. What shall be the end of the righteoxis ? The end of the righteous shall be to enter into the kingdom and presence of the Father, in an estate of immutable holiness, which is eternal life and blessed- ness. Matthcin xxv. 34. Then shall the King say unto them on his right hand. Come, ye blessed of my Father, inherit the kingdom prejmred for you from the foundation of the world. 40. And these shall go away into everlast- ing ])unishment : but the righteous into life eternal. Revelation xxii. 3-5. And there shall be no more curse : but the throne of God and of the Lam)) shall be in it ; and Jiis servants shall serve him : and they shall see his face ; and his name sliall hv in their foreheads. 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