New City Catechism, Q35

Q35: Since we are redeemed by grace alone, through faith alone, where does this faith come from? A: All the gifts we receive from Christ we receive through the Holy Spirit, including faith itself.  (Crossway 2017) Scripture Reference Titus 3:4-6...

New City Catechism, Q34

Q34: Since we are redeemed by grace alone, through Christ alone, must we still do good works and obey God’s Word?  A: Yes, because Christ, having redeemed us by his blood, also renews us by his Spirit; so that our lives may show love and gratitude to God; so...

New City Catechism, Q33

Q33: Should those who have faith in Christ seek their salvation through their own works, or anywhere else? A: No, they should not, as everything necessary to salvation is found in Christ. To seek salvation through good works is a denial that Christ is the...

New City Catechism, Q32

Q32: What do justification and sanctification mean? A: Justification means our declared righteousness before God, made possible by Christ’s death and resurrection for us. Sanctification means our gradual, growing righteousness, made possible by the Spirit’s work...

New City Catechism, Q30

Q30: What is faith in Jesus Christ? A: Faith in Jesus Christ is acknowledging the truth of everything that God has revealed in His Word, trusting in Him, and also receiving and resting on Him alone for salvation as He is offered to us in the Gospel (Crossway,...