Why is the church called holy?

Luther's Small Catechism

Why is the church called holy?

Ten Commandments
Question 245
Luther's Small Catechism
Luther's Small Catechism

Luther's Small Catechism

Why is the church called holy?

Ten Commandments
Question 245

Question

Why is the church called holy?

Answer

The church is called holy because of the indwelling of the Holy Spirit, who performs His sanctifying work in all its members. For this reason the church is called holy, in spite of its sins and shortcomings.

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