Why is the church called holy?
Luther's Small Catechism
Why is the church called holy?
Ten Commandments
Question 245


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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