Catechism for Young Children · Question 46 of 145
Did our Lord Jesus Christ ever commit the least sin?
A.No; he was holy, harmless and undefiled.
What does this answer mean?
Jesus never committed the least sin. He was holy, harmless and undefiled. The words come from Hebrews 7:26. Because he had no sin of his own, he could take the punishment for others. His perfect life is part of what he gives his people.
What can we ask our children?
- Did Jesus ever sin?
- What three words describe Jesus in this answer?
- Why did our Savior need to be sinless?
Can I print this question?
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Text: Catechism for Young Children: Being an Introduction to the Shorter Catechism, Presbyterian Board of Publication (copyright entered 1840). Public domain (1840).
Checked against a second edition on November 15, 2026. Explanation and questions by Household Theology Press. Last updated November 15, 2026.