A Most Familiar Explanation of the Assemblies Shorter Catechism
Question 56
On Westminster Shorter Catechism (1647) Q. 56
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What is the reason annexed to the third Commandment?
The reason annexed to the third Commandment, is, that however the breakers of this Commandment may escape punishment from men, yet the Lord our God will not suffer them to escape his righteous judgment.
Is there any reason annexed to the third Commandment?
Yes.
What do you mean by being annexed?
Added or joined to it.
In which words is the reason annexed to the third Commandment expressed?
In these words [For the Lord will not hold him guiltless that taketh his name in voin]
What is meant by Gods not holding him guiltless?
That he will not suffer him to escape his righteous Judgments.
May the breakers of this Commandment escape punishment from men?
Yes.
Will God suffer them to escape?
No.
Will not God hold us guiltless then, though we do perform the worship he requires, except we do it in a holy, serious, and reverent manner?
No.
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