Question 22: In what condition did God make Adam and Eve?

Answer: He made them holy and happy.



Scriptural basis

  • Genesis 1:26-28

  • Psalm 8:4-8


Why is this important?

  1. What does it mean to be holy?
    [Set apart, perfect.]

  2. What does it mean to be happy?
    [To be delighted and pleased.]

  3. Are you holy and happy?
    [Not the way we are supposed to be, not all the time.]

 

Questions and answers from A Catechism for Boys and Girls by Erroll Hulse from Chapel Library