Sacrament

Question 1

definition of sacrament

Answer 1

1) a sign-act instituted by Christ which
2) seals a promise in our hearts and
3) strengthens our sense of assurance, gratitude, faith, and commitment and
4) is accomplished by the Holy Spirit

Question 2

sacrament confessions references

Answer 2

1. scots 3.21
2. heidelberg 4.065 (confirms our faith)
3. 2d helv 5.169 (10 point def), 5.172 (like seals appended to letters), 5.180 (sign and thing signifies mystically unified)
4. west conf 6.149 (sign and seal to represent CHrist and his benefits), 6.151 (work of the spirit), 7.092
5. Q 92 of shorter cat (great quote)