Why did Jesus die on the cross- Paul tells Titus that Jesus was crucified in order to produce a people zealous for good works. This seems to be forgotten in the midst of other major reasons for the crucifixion, to satisfy God's law, to pardon sin, to glorify God.

Why did Jesus die on the cross- Paul tells Titus that Jesus was crucified in order to produce a people zealous for good works. This seems to be forgotten in the midst of other major reasons for the crucifixion, to satisfy God's law, to pardon sin, to glorify God.

Civil government is instituted by God and the magistrates are His servants applying His law to society. Civil government has the power of the sword to terrorize the lawless criminal.

Civil government is ordained by God so that magistrate are to be His servants doing His law. They have the power of the sword to terrorize the lawless.

Jesus Christ is not ashamed to identify with sinners so His birth is punctuated with humble circumstance and people. He is the Savior for everyone who calls upon Him. He is not a racist but receives all who trust in Him.

-Eleventh, that confession or the seeking of counsel from one's pastor or neighbor should indeed be without constraint and free. Nevertheless, it is very helpful to consciences that are afflicted, troubled, or burdened with sins, or have fallen into error, most especially on account of the absolution or consolation afforded by the gospel, which is the true absolution.-