He Ascended into Heaven
This article by Rodney Kleyn expounds on the Heidelberg Catechism's treatment of Christ's ascension (Lord's Day 18), addressing key theological questions about Christ's person, the nature of His presence, and the practical benefits of His ascension for believers. Kleyn demonstrates how the Catechism refutes Lutheran errors regarding Christ's presence at the Lord's Supper while also highlighting the importance of meditating on Christ's ongoing intercessory work in heaven.
Heidelberg Catechism, Lord's Day 18 Question 46. How dost thou understand these words, "He ascended into heaven"? Answer. That Christ, in sight of His disciples, was taken up from earth into heaven; and that He continues there for our interest, until He comes again to judge the quick and the dead. Question 47. Is not Christ then with us even to the end of the world, as He hath promised? Answer. Christ is very man and very God; with respect to his human nature, He is no more on earth; but...
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