Justice and Mercy (Heidelberg Catechism, Lord's Day 4; Psalm 89:1-37) by Rev. Angus Stewart
I. In the World
II. In the Church
III. In the Gospel
What is the worldly view of justice and mercy regarding "euthanasia," capital punishment, abortion, the physical chastisement of one's children, homosexuality, etc.? How does this affect people's thinking about God who is His justice and mercy? Remember the truth of His simplicity! How do we struggle with the issues of justice and mercy in Christian parenting, pastoral counselling and church discipline? How do erroneous views of mercy and justice adversely influence the church, the preaching, the gospel of the cross and God's one, everlasting covenant of grace?