Preparation: The Sacraments as a Means of Grace

In three past articles we have discussed the means of grace in relation to our regular subject of Preparation. In two articles we have discussed the means of grace in general, and in the last article we have discussed the preaching of the Word as a means of grace. In this article we will say a few words about the sacraments. Two questions we will face: How are the sacraments a means of grace? And, How are they to be viewed as a means of preparation for us as the covenant youth to make us ready...