CM-047 - WCF 8.4: Part 2 - The Living Mediator, Our Certain Hope

Confessional Moments – Westminster Confession of Faith 8.4 (Part 2) The Living Mediator, Our Certain Hope Westminster Confession of Faith 8.4 (Portion Covered) “On the third day He arose from the dead, with the same body in which He suffered; with which also He ascended into heaven, and there sitteth at the right hand of His Father, making intercession; and shall return, to judge men and angels, at the end of the world.” In this episode of Confessional Moments, we conclude our study of Westminster Confession of Faith 8.4 by turning from Christ’s death and burial to His resurrection, ascension, ongoing intercession, and promised return in glory. The Confession teaches that the Mediator who willingly suffered and died for sinners did not remain under the power of death, but rose again on the third day with the same body in which He suffered, ascended into heaven, and now reigns at the right hand of the Father. This paragraph completes the picture of Christ’s mediatorial work by showing that redemption is not only accomplished by His death, but confirmed by His resurrection, administered by His intercession, and brought to its final consummation at His return. The risen Christ is not absent from His church, but actively governs all things for her good, continually pleads His finished obedience before the Father, and will one day return as Judge of men and angels. This doctrine is essential for sustaining hope and strengthening assurance. Because Christ lives, reigns, and intercedes, the believer’s salvation is not fragile or uncertain. The same Mediator who bore judgment for His people now rules on their behalf and will publicly vindicate them on the last day. Scripture Reading & References Romans 4:25 1 Corinthians 15:17–20 Philippians 3:20–21 Hebrews 7:25 Romans 8:34 Acts 1:9–11 Matthew 25:31–32 Key Doctrinal Themes The Resurrection Confirmed Christ’s resurrection declares the Father’s full acceptance of His finished work and secures the justification of His people. The Same Body Raised in Glory Redemption restores and glorifies human nature rather than discarding it, guaranteeing the believer’s bodily resurrection. The Ascended and Reigning Mediator Christ now reigns at the Father’s right hand with all authority in heaven and on earth. Continual Intercession for the Church The risen Christ actively intercedes for His people, ensuring their perseverance and final salvation. The Coming Judge and Final Vindication The Mediator who was judged in our place will return to judge the world in righteousness and publicly vindicate His redeemed people. Living Hope Rooted in a Living Christ Because Christ lives, the believer’s hope, assurance, and future are secure.   About the Host Confessional Moments is hosted by Pastor Tim Beauchamp, teaching elder at Trinity Presbyterian Church (PCA) in Guam. Pastor Tim has served in pastoral ministry since 2010 and is committed to helping God’s people grow in doctrinal clarity, spiritual maturity, and confidence in Christ through the riches of the Reformed confessional tradition. Church Website Trinity Presbyterian Church (PCA) https://www.trinitychurchguam.org