Christ was divided from his natal household, while Satan's kingdom remained united- and yet Christ prevailed.

Lord's Day 27 of the Heidelberg Catechism expounds the inner meaning of baptism as being washed by the blood and Spirit of Christ.

In answer to Moses' persistent intercession, God agreed to reveal his glory in a way that was non-lethal, and also gave instructions that meant he was reconciling Israel to himself.

The Catechism emphasizes that baptism signifies and seals union with Christ and participation in his benefits.

The word and sacraments together function to establish and confirm our faith in Christ's sacrifice as the only ground of our salvation.

In managing the problems of pressing crowds and in choosing the core of a new Israel, Jesus displays his divine and human natures united in his person.

Our good works are entirely irrelevant for our justification- but good works always appear in one who has been justified.

Israel's grievous violation of the covenant plunged their future into tremendous uncertainty--but hope was not extinguished because God could be sought at an impromptu tent of meeting and because their Mediator persisted in intercession.

True faith is of tremendous benefit, because it justifies by receiving the righteousness of Christ.

Paul dissociates himself from sin and identifies himself with Christ by faith, responding to the revelation of the Gospel.