An explanation of Heidelberg Catechism Lord's Day 29 explains the relevance of Matthew 26-29 as a proof text and relates it to the nature of our hope.

When the Lord proclaimed His name, He gave Moses a fundamental revelation of His character.

Part of the meaning of the holy supper is that we are joined to Christ's body.

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.