Catechism Set Lesson
Outlines
Unit C4: The Sacraments
C4.1: A Thing to Hang The Promise On
Subject: Introduction to The Sacraments
Themes: God uses everyday objects to unite us with the crucified and
Risen Jesus.
A sacrament is instituted by Christ, bearing his Word/promise.
C4.2: A Little Bit of Water...
Subject: Baptism, part 1
Themes: A gift given without our asking for it.
Not water only, but water with God's Word.
C4.3: Walking Wet
Subject: Baptism, part 2
Themes: A once-and-for-always kind of thing.
What Baptism means for daily living.
C4.4: An Odd Equation: Bread + Wine = Flesh and Blood
Subject: Lord's Supper, part 1
Themes: Christ's Word for us on the night he was betrayed
A mystery: Jesus present with (in, through, under) the bread and wine.
C4.5: Eat, Drink, and be Merry
Subject: Lord's Supper, part 2
Themes: A meal for those who believe the words "Given and Shed
For You."
A Remembrance and a Celebration.
C4.6: The Key to the Kingdom
Subject: Confession and Absolution
Themes: Luther's occasional 3rd Sacrament.
A Word which not only keeps the peace; it also creates it.