The Ninth Commandment
Series Heidelberg Catechism
Sermon: The Ninth Commandment, Heidelberg Catechism, Lord's Day 43, Question 112, James 3:1-12
John H. Johnson, Tyler Orthodox Presbyterian Church
2023-03-05
HEIDELBERG CATECHISM
PART 3: OUR THANKFULNESS: LORD'S DAY 32-52
LORD'S DAY 43: Question 112
Q112. What is required in the ninth commandment?
A. I must not give false testimony against anyone, twist no one's words, not gossip or slander, nor condemn or join in condemning anyone rashly and unheard.[1] Rather, I must avoid all lying and deceit as the devil's own works, under penalty of God's heavy wrath.[2] In court and everywhere else, I must love the truth,[3] speak and confess it honestly, and do what I can to defend and promote my neighbour's honour and reputation.[4]
[1] Ps. 15; Prov. 19:5, 9; 21:28; Matt. 7:1; Luke 6:37; Rom. 1:28-32. [2] Lev. 19:11, 12; Prov. 12:22; 13:5; John 8:44; Rev. 21:8. [3] I Cor. 13:6; Eph. 4:25. [4] I Pet. 3:8, 9; 4:8.
Sermon ID | 3223191438026 |
Duration | 26:39 |
Date | Mar 5, 2023 |
Category | Sunday - AM |
Bible Text | James 3:1-12 |