Although the work of redemption was not actually wrought by Christ till after His incarnation, yet the virtue, efficacy, and benefits thereof were communicated unto the elect, in all ages successively from the beginning of the world, in and by those promises, types, and sacrifices, wherein He was revealed, and signified to be the seed of the woman which should bruise the serpent's head; and the Lamb slain from the beginning of the world; being yesterday and to-day the same, and for ever.
The Confession here emphasizes that Jesus Christ is and has always been the Savior of mankind. He is the one promised by God to Adam and Eve after their fall, the "seed of the woman" specified in the proto-evangelium. Furthermore, he is "the Lamb slain from the beginning of the world," indicating again the covenant of redemption that was made in eternity past. Whenever men and women have received the blessings of salvation, it has been accomplished through and by Jesus Christ, whether known by the promises or known by the fulfillment of God's plan. And he always will be the way to the Father. Jesus Christ, the same yesterday, today, and forever.
Tomorrow: Distinguishing between the two natures of Christ.
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