Which of the following are recognized as the sacraments of the New Testament?

Baptism and the Lord's Supper are recognized as the sacraments of the New Testament within the context of the Westminster Shorter Catechism. This recognition is rooted in the teachings of Scripture and the historical practices of the Christian faith.

Baptism serves as a sign of initiation into the Christian community, symbolizing the cleansing of sins and the believer's identification with the death, burial, and resurrection of Jesus Christ. This sacrament equips believers with a public profession of their faith and signifies their entry into the covenant community.

The Lord's Supper, also known as Communion or the Eucharist, commemorates the sacrifice of Christ on the cross. It provides believers with a means of spiritual nourishment and fellowship with Christ and one another as they reflect on the significance of His sacrifice. This sacrament encourages the faithful to remember Christ's work and to partake in the grace He offers.

The incorrect choices present sacraments or practices that are not recognized in Reformed theology as part of the New Testament sacraments. Confirmation and Penance are not considered sacraments in this tradition, nor is the Anointing of the Sick. Instead, the focus remains on Baptism and the Lord's Supper as the two sacram