The Heidelberg Catechism – A Necessary Confession

The Heidelberg Catechism is well loved by members of the Reformed church for its personal approach, for its practical use, and for the comfort it brings. It has been preserved over the years as a precious document that sets forth the pure doctrines of the word of God. It is used not in place of the holy scriptures, but as a summary of what they teach. I will mention a few of the objectives for the writing of the Heidelberg Catechism, focusing on its purpose of instructing the young people of...