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Luther's Small Catechism Explained in Questions and Answers

Chapter 62: CONCERNING CREATION.
By Harald Ulrik Sverdrup
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An abridged question-and-answer exposition of a Lutheran catechism, translated into plain English for young readers, offers clear explanations of the Ten Commandments, the three articles of the Creed (creation, redemption, sanctification), and the Lord's Prayer. Each brief question prompts a concise answer that interprets theological phrases, links doctrine to everyday duties, and emphasizes fearing, loving, and trusting God, repentance and forgiveness, and right conduct. Scripture quotations are used to support the explanations, and the translator prioritizes simplicity and devotional clarity while preserving the catechetical teaching structure.

122. How many persons are there in the Godhead?

Three; the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit. These three are perfectly alike in character, and equal in greatness.

Matt. 28:19. Go ye therefore, and teach all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Ghost.

THE FIRST ARTICLE.

CONCERNING CREATION.

I believe in God the Father Almighty, Maker of heaven and earth.

That is,

I believe that God has made me and all other creatures; that He has given me body and soul, eyes, ears, and all other members, my reason, and all my senses.

I also believe that He preserves all He has made, and that He daily provides me with all I need; giving me clothing and food, home and family, and every good thing.

I further believe that He protects me from all danger, and keeps me from all evil; not because I have deserved it, but because He is a loving and merciful Father.

For all these blessings it is my duty to serve Him thankfully and obediently all the days of my life.

All this is certainly true.