The Heidelberg Catechism
Lord's Day 52
Q. 127 What is the sixth petition?
And lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from the evil one. That is: In ourselves we are so weak that we cannot stand even for a moment.[1] Moreover, our sworn enemies-- the devil,[2] the world,[3] and our own flesh[4]-- do not cease to attack us. Wilt Thou, therefore, uphold and strengthen us by the power of Thy Holy Spirit, so that in this spiritual war[5] we may not go down to defeat, but always firmly resist our enemies, until we finally obtain the complete victory.[6]
- Ps. 103:14-16; John 15:1-5
- 2 Cor. 11:14; Eph. 6:10-13; 1 Pet. 5:8
- John 15:18-21
- Rom. 7:23; Gal. 5:17
- Matt. 10:19-20; 26:41; Mark 13:33; Rom. 5:3-5
- 1 Cor. 10:13; 1 Thess. 3:13; 5:23
Q. 128 How do you conclude your prayer?
For Thine is the kingdom, and the power, and the glory, for ever. That is: All this we ask of Thee because, as our King, having power over all things, Thou art both willing and able to give us all that is good,[1] and because not we but Thy holy Name should so receive all glory for ever.[2]
- Rom. 10:11-13; 2 Pet. 2:9
- Ps. 115:1; John 14:13
Q. 129 What does the word Amen mean?
Amen means: It is true and certain. For God has much more certainly heard my prayer than I feel in my heart that I desire this of Him.[1]
- Isa. 65:24; 2 Cor. 1:20; 2 Tim. 2:13