Haters by Nature - Heidelberg Catechism #5

Title: Haters by NatureSpeaker: Rev. Jason Van BemmelSeries: Heidelberg Catechism DevosDate: January 19, 2026Bible: Romans 1:28-32; Romans 3:10-18In this seventh installment of the Heidelberg Catechism Devotional series, Pastor Jason Van Bemmel explores the sobering reality of human nature as presented in Question 5. While the law of God calls us to a perfect "Law of Love," the Catechism and Scripture reveal a natural inclination toward rebellion.Through an examination of Genesis and the book of Romans, Pastor Jason discusses why the solution to our "guilt" cannot be found within ourselves. The session concludes with a prayer for mercy and a musical performance of the classic hymn, "Come Thou Fount of Every Blessing," highlighting our desperate need for a Savior.Timestamps0:00 – Introduction and Opening Prayer1:12 – Review: Question 4 and the Law of Love1:49 – Question 5: Can you keep God's law perfectly?2:25 – The Reality of "Haters by Nature"3:03 – Scripture Study: Human Nature Before and After the Flood4:31 – Romans 1 & 3: Paul’s Assessment of Human Guilt6:40 – Concluding Reflection: Why We Need an Outside Savior7:41 – Closing Prayer for Mercy and Grace8:30 – Hymn: "Come Thou Fount of Every Blessing"Hashtags#HeidelbergCatechism #ReformedTheology #BibleStudy #TotalDepravity #GospelComfort #ChristianDevotional #Hymns #JasonVanBemmel