Lord’s Day 25
Q66. What are sacraments?
Sacraments are holy visible signs and seals, appointed by God for this purpose: to make us understand more clearly the promise of the gospel, and to put his seal on that promise. And this is God's gospel promise: to forgive our sins and give us eternal life by grace alone because of Christ's one sacrifice accomplished on the cross.
Scripture Proofs — King James Version
1
Genesis 17:11
Deuteronomy 30:6
Romans 4:11
2
Matthew 26:27–28
Acts 2:38
“Then Peter said unto them, Repent, and be baptized every one of you in the name of Jesus Christ for the remission of sins, and ye shall receive the gift of the Holy Ghost.”
Hebrews 10:10
“By the which will we are sanctified through the offering of the body of Jesus Christ once for all.”