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 '''6. Why is Jesus Christ called the "only Son of God"?'''

Because Jesus Christ, as the Second Person of the Most Blessed Trinity, is the only true and real Son of God—i.e., Son of God from eternity, of one nature and substance with God the Father.

7. Are we not, then, also children of God?

Yes, we are children of God, but not by nature and from all eternity; we are only children adopted by grace.

8. Why is Jesus Christ called "Our Lord"?

Jesus Christ is called, and is, our Lord, 1. As God, because, being one with the Father, He is, like Him, Lord and Creator of Heaven and earth; and 2. As Man, because, in the human nature. He has redeemed us, and therefore bought us, with His Blood, as His property;$1$ and because, in the same nature. He will be one day our Judge,$2$ and our Head and King through all eternity.$3$

Application. Constantly cherish the most ardent love and devotion to Jesus, 'in whose name every knee should bow, of those that are in Heaven, on earth, and under the earth' (Philip, ii. 10). Often invoke, with the greatest veneration and confidence, this Holy Name, especially in times of temptation. Take a delight in using