Catechism Memory for March 24

Middle School Memory:

Q1. What is true conversion?

A. Conversion is turning away from our sin and turning to God and His will.

Q2. Who works that conversion in us?

A. The Holy Spirit works conversion by showing us our sins and showing us Jesus as our Savior.

Q3. Of how many parts does true conversion consist?

A. Of two parts: repentance and faith.

Q4. What is true repentance?

A. Repentance is sorrow for and fleeing from sin.

Q5. How does faith work in conversion?

A. By faith we ask for Christ’s forgiveness and accept His promises.

Q6. How often does conversion take place?

A. True conversion happens only once, but it shows itself in daily turning back to God and His will.

High School Memory:

Q1. What does God require in the fourth commandment?

That I, especially on the Lord’s Day, diligently attend church to learn his word, to use the sacraments, to call upon him publicly, and to give Christian alms. (Hebrews 10:24, 25)

Q2. For what purpose are we to observe the Lord’s Day?

Here we must learn to rest from all our evil works, to let the Holy Spirit work in us, and so begin the heavenly life on earth. (Hebrews 4:11)

Q3. What does God require in the fifth commandment?

That I show honor, love and faithfulness to my parents and everyone whom God places in authority over me. (Romans 13:1)

Q4. Why does God require this of me?

God requires this of me because He is pleased so to govern me and to preserve order and decency in this world. (1 Timothy 2:1, 2)