The Sacraments | John Calvin
Deep Dive into Institutes of the Christian Religion by John Calvin - The SacramentsJohn Calvin defines a sacrament as an outward sign through which God seals the promises of His goodwill to sustain human faith. It serves as a testimony of divine grace, requiring the preached Word to explain its meaning and beget faith. Sacraments act as mirrors or pictures of spiritual blessings, accommodating human weakness by presenting spiritual truths through physical elements. According to the sources, sacraments are joined to the Word as seals of God’s covenants. While God’s truth is inherently sure…
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