Q. 35
What does it mean that he was conceived by the Holy Spirit and born of the virgin Mary?
A.
The eternal Son of God, who is and remains true and eternal God, took upon himself true human nature from the flesh and blood of the virgin Mary, through the working of the Holy Spirit, so that he might also be the true seed of David, like his brethren in every respect, yet without sin.
Scripture Matthew 1:18-23 · Luke 1:35 · Romans 1:3 · Hebrews 4:15 · Hebrews 2:14-17
Q. 36
What benefit do you receive from the holy conception and birth of Christ?
A.
He is our Mediator, and with his innocence and perfect holiness covers, in the sight of God, my sin, in which I was conceived and born.
Scripture Hebrews 7:26-27 · Psalm 32:1 · 1 Peter 1:18-19