Why did Christ begin His life on earth with the birth in poverty?

Luther's Small Catechism

Why did Christ begin His life on earth with the birth in poverty?

The Apostles' Creed
Question 184
Luther's Small Catechism
Luther's Small Catechism

Luther's Small Catechism

Why did Christ begin His life on earth with the birth in poverty?

The Apostles' Creed
Question 184

Question

Why did Christ begin His life on earth with the birth in poverty?

Answer

He began His life in poverty to show that His kingdom is not of this world, and that we might be made rich through His poverty.

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