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Lord’s Day 19

Q50. Why does the Creed say "and sits at the right hand of God"?

Christ went up to heaven to show that he is the head of his church, and that the Father rules all things through him.

Scripture Proofs — King James Version

1

Ephesians 1:20–23

Colossians 1:18

2

Matthew 28:18

John 5:22–23

Parent Guide

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Discussion Questions

  1. 1

    What does it mean that Christ sits at God's right hand?

  2. 2

    How does Christ rule over all things as head of the church?

  3. 3

    Does it comfort you to know that the Father rules everything through Jesus?

Illustration

In old kingdoms, the person who sat at the king's right hand had the highest authority in the land. When we say Jesus sits at God's right hand, we mean he has been given all authority over everything. Nothing is outside his rule.

Application

When the news or the world feels chaotic, remember that Jesus is ruling right now from the highest place. Ask him to help you trust his authority even when things look out of control.