This article discusses how the covenant of grace relates to the children of believers. It considers whether they belong to the covenant, and if so, how they belong. It explains that they belong, that the promises are theirs as well. The article also reflects on concrete ways we are to raise our covenant children. It goes on to explain the comfort we have when covenant children die: they belong to God forever. The article concludes with questions for reflection and discussion.

This article considers the question of whose children are to be baptized. It first gives attention to the nature of the church, discussing especially the matter of the visible church and the invisible church. It then identifies what are the criteria for church membership.