Inheritors of the Kingdom of Heaven (Sadler's Church Teacher's Manual)

Inheritors of the Kingdom of Heaven (Sadler's Church Teacher's Manual)

Inheritors of the Kingdom of Heaven is Section VI of The Church Teacher's Manual of Christian Instruction, Michael Ferrebee Sadler's 1872 expansion of the Church Catechism in question-and-answer form.

Summary

This section explains inheritance as a promised share in the kingdom of heaven. Sadler presents baptismal inheritance as a real promise that must be held with faith, obedience, and watchfulness.

Sadler's Text

Sadler's catechetical treatment of this topic is anchored in the statement, "One who will in due time come into possession of a kingdom or an estate." He further explains the section by saying, "Of a"Kingdom prepared for them from the foundation of the world."(Matt. xxv. 34.)"

Theological Themes

• Heavenly inheritance
• Promise and perseverance
• Kingdom of heaven
• Baptismal hope

Scripture References

The following references are representative biblical texts used or implied in this section of Sadler's catechetical exposition:

• Matthew 25:34
• John 14:2-3
• 1 Peter 1:4
• Romans 8:17
• Hebrews 12:16-17

Anglican Context

This section is connected chiefly with the Book of Common Prayer baptismal office and the opening clauses of the Church Catechism, especially the language of Christian name, sponsors, renunciation, faith, and obedience. Sadler's treatment reflects nineteenth-century Church of England catechesis and should be read as a historical Anglican source alongside current provincial formularies and catechetical resources.

See Also

• The Church Teacher's Manual of Christian Instruction
• Baptism
• Church Catechism
• Book of Common Prayer
• Godparents