Catechism for Young Children · Question 79 of 145
Is God displeased with those who do not love and obey him?
A.Yes; “God is angry with the wicked every day.”
What does this answer mean?
God is displeased with those who do not love and obey him. The answer quotes Psalm 7:11, 'God is angry with the wicked every day.' It is a serious answer. Paired with question 78, it shows that God cares how we respond to him, and it points children to the forgiveness found in Christ.
What can we ask our children?
- Is God displeased with those who do not love and obey him?
- Why is God angry at sin?
- Where can someone who has sinned go for forgiveness?
Can I print this question?
Yes. Every printable here is free for home, church and co-op use. Press Print on any of these pages for a clean sheet.
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- Copywork page for question 79 (trace, then copy)
- Memory cards for questions 71 to 80
- Copywork for questions 71 to 80
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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.