The Horror of Sin [Children's Catechism 27 — Theology Simply Explained]

Pastor walks his children through Children's Catechism question 27—especially explaining how sin is horrible because it is against God.

Q27. Did Adam keep the covenant of works? No; he sinned against God. (click here to DOWNLOAD mp3/pdf files of this lesson) Summary of the transcript of th audio: The lesson centers on the profound moral and theological significance of Adam’s failure to uphold the covenant of works, emphasizing that his sin was not merely a violation of a divine rule but a personal offense against God Himself—both as Creator and covenant Lord. It underscores the gravity of sin by highlighting God’s holiness, sovereignty, and the intimate relationship established in the garden, where Adam was called to live in obedience to God’s moral and ceremonial commands. The failure to obey, particularly in the act of eating from the forbidden tree, reveals the depth of human rebellion against a holy and personal God, a pattern that resonates as the nature of all human sin. The reflection serves as a sobering reminder that all believers, having been brought into covenant relationship with God through His grace, are called to recognize the seriousness of sin against a holy and loving God. Ultimately, the lesson calls for humility, self-examination, and a deeper appreciation of God’s righteousness and the cost of disobedience.