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Luther's Small Catechism Explained in Questions and Answers

Chapter 74: THE SIXTH PETITION.
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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.

309. What do we promise God in this petition, while asking His forgiveness?

We promise to forgive those who trespass against us, and return good for evil.

Luke 6:37. Condemn not, and ye shall not be condemned: forgive, and ye shall be forgiven.

Matt. 18:23–35.


THE SIXTH PETITION.

And lead us not into temptation.

That is,

God indeed tempts no one, but we pray in this petition that He would guard and keep us from the devil, the world, and our own flesh, that we fall not, through their deceit, into unbelief, despair, or other sins; but we pray that although we be thus tempted, we may overcome the temptation, and remain victorious.