Catechesis

Heidelberg Catechism

Question 129

What does the word Amen mean?

Scripture

  1. Isaiah 65:24 [1]
    Before they call I will answer; while they are yet speaking I will hear. (ESV)
  2. 2 Corinthians 1:20 [1]
    For all the promises of God find their Yes in him. That is why it is through him that we utter our Amen to God for his glory. (ESV)
  3. 2 Timothy 2:13 [1]
    if we are faithless, he remains faithful— for he cannot deny himself. (ESV)