New City Catechism Question Fourteen

Summary

In this conversation, the hosts discuss New City Catechism question number 14: Did God create us unable to keep his law? They explore the emotional and theological questions that arise from this topic, including struggles with total depravity and fairness. The concept of inherited sin versus federalism is also examined. The importance of human choices, the doctrine of imputation, and the relationship between faith, works, and obedience are discussed. The conversation concludes with a reflection on the Augustinian categories and the hope for a sinless future.

Takeaways

Human beings are born in sin and unable to keep God's law due to the disobedience of Adam and Eve.
The concept of inherited sin raises questions about fairness and the accountability for actions committed by others.
The doctrine of imputation explains how Adam's sin is imputed to all humanity, but Christ's righteousness is imputed back to believers.
While salvation is by grace through faith alone, the choices and works of believers still matter in demonstrating real faith and obedience.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction
00:13 Question 14: Did God create us unable to keep his law?
01:36 The Emotional and Theological Questions
02:33 Addressing Skepticism and Unfairness
03:24 Inherited Sin vs Federalism
04:12 The Importance of Human Choices
05:08 The Doctrine of Imputation
06:07 Faith, Works, and Obedience
07:35 Augustinian Categories
09:00 The Hope for a Sinless Future
09:55 Conclusion