WSC 11
Westminster Shorter Catechism
Q11. What are God's works of providence?
God's works of providence are, his most holy, wise, and powerful preserving and governing all his creatures, and all their actions.
Proof texts
- Ps. 145:17 — [17] The LORD is righteous in all his ways and kind in all his works.
- Ps. 104:24 — [24] O LORD, how manifold are your works! In wisdom have you made them all; the earth is full of your creatures.
- Isa. 28:29 — [29] This also comes from the LORD of hosts; he is wonderful in counsel and excellent in wisdom.
- Heb. 1:3 — [3] He is the radiance of the glory of God and the exact imprint of his nature, and he upholds the universe by the word of his power. After making purification for sins, he sat down at the right hand of the Majesty on high,
- Ps. 103:19 — [19] The LORD has established his throne in the heavens, and his kingdom rules over all.
- Matt. 10:29-31 — [29] Are not two sparrows sold for a penny? And not one of them will fall to the ground apart from your Father. [30] But even the hairs of your head are all numbered. [31] Fear not, therefore; you are of more value than many sparrows.
For discussion
- The Assembly cited Ps. 145:17 in support of this answer. Read it in context — how does it bear on what is claimed here?
- 6 passages are cited here. Which does the most work, and is anything claimed that the proofs do not obviously carry?
- WLC Q18 treats the same ground. What does it add, and why might it put things differently?
- HC Q26 treats the same ground. What does it add, and why might it put things differently?