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The Assemblies Shorter Catechism Drawn out into Distinct Propositions

Question 11

On Westminster Shorter Catechism (1647) Q. 11

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What are Gods works of Providence?

Gods works of Providence are, his most holy, wise. and powerful preserving, and governing all his creatures, and all their actions.

Gods work of Providence are,

1. Most holy.a*

2. Most wise.b†

3. His powerful preserving all his Creatures.c‡

4. His governing all his Creatures.d4

5. His governing all his Creatures actions.e5

Notes

  1. *Psal. 145.17. The Lord is Righteous in all his ways, and holy in all his works.
  2. †Isa. 28.29. This also cometh forth from the Lord of hosts, which is wonderful in counsel, excellent in working.
  3. ‡Heb. 1.3. Vpholding all things by the word of his power.
  4. 4Psal. 103.19. His Kingdom ruleth over all.
  5. 5Mat. 10. 29. Are not two sparrows sold for a farthing? and one of them shall not fall to the ground without your Father.

Proofs

Each links to the Scripture index: what else cites the passage.

  1. aPsalm 145:17
  2. bIsaiah 28:29
  3. cHebrews 1:3
  4. dPsalm 103:19
  5. eMatthew 10:29

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