Question 7
On Westminster Shorter Catechism (1647) Q. 7
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What are the Decrees of God?
The Decrees of God are his eternal purpose▪ according to the Counsel of his will, whereby for his own glory, he hath fore-ordained whatsoever comes to pass.
What is it for God to Decree?
To appoint and determine, to purpose and fore-ordain.
What hath God fore-ordained in his Decrees?
Whatsoever comes to pass.
When were things thus fore-ordained?
In Gods eternal purpose.
What was the Rule of this?
The counsel of his own Will.a
To what end hath God fore-ordained whatsoever comes to pass?
For his own Glory.b
Proofs
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