The Beauty, Simplicity, and Order of the Heidelberg Catechism

The Heidelberg Catechism has been a major source of comfort in the past five hundred years for believers all over the world.  On the occasion of the 450th birthday of the writing of the Heidelberg Catechism, it is fitting that we explore the history behind the catechism, and the beauty, simplicity, and order of the catechism, for these three things make it well-loved and practical for all believers of every age. A brief history of the Heidelberg Catechism is first necessary.  Before 1563, in...