Catechism for Young Children · Question 125 of 145
Why did Christ appoint these sacraments?
A.To distinguish his disciples from the world, and to comfort and strengthen them.
What does this answer mean?
Christ appointed the sacraments to distinguish his disciples from the world and to comfort and strengthen them. They mark out his people, and they encourage their faith. They are signs of Christ's love to his people. Children who watch them at church are watching Christ's gifts at work.
What can we ask our children?
- Why did Christ appoint the sacraments?
- How do they mark out Christ's people?
- How can they comfort and strengthen believers?
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.