Question 29: What happened to our first parents when they had sinned?

Answer: Instead of being holy and happy, they became sinful and miserable.

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Scriptural basis

  • Genesis 3:14-24

  • Genesis 4:1-24

  • James 1:14-15

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Why is this important?

  1. All sin has consequences. Can you remember a consequence to your sin?

  2. How do we get holy and happy again?
    [By repenting of our sin and believing in Jesus]

  3. Is there any other way to get holy and happy?

 

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