The Outsider
Rev. G. van Popta, June 27, 2010 (Sunday AM)Text: Heidelberg Catechism LD 43
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Heidelberg Catechism LD 43
LORD'S DAY 43112. Q. What is required in the ninth commandment?
A. I must not give false testimony against anyone, twist no one's words, not gossip or slander, nor condemn or join in condemning anyone rashly and unheard.1 Rather, I must avoid all lying and deceit as the devil's own works, under penalty of God's heavy wrath.2 In court and everywhere else, I must love the truth,3 speak and confess it honestly, and do what I can to defend and promote my neighbour's honour and reputation.4
1 Ps. 15; Prov. 19:5, 9; 21:28; Matt. 7:1; Luke 6:37; Rom. 1:28-32.
2 Lev. 19:11, 12; Prov. 12:22; 13:5; John 8:44; Rev. 21:8.
3 I Cor. 13:6; Eph. 4:25.
4 I Pet. 3:8, 9; 4:8.
2 Lev. 19:11, 12; Prov. 12:22; 13:5; John 8:44; Rev. 21:8.
3 I Cor. 13:6; Eph. 4:25.
4 I Pet. 3:8, 9; 4:8.
