Catechism for Young Children · Question 38 of 145
Can any one go to heaven with this sinful nature?
A.No, our hearts must be changed before we can be fit for heaven.
What does this answer mean?
No one can go to heaven with a sinful nature; our hearts must be changed before we are fit for heaven. The problem is deeper than bad actions. We need new hearts, which the next questions say only God gives.
What can we ask our children?
- Can anyone go to heaven with a sinful nature?
- What must happen to our hearts?
- Can we change our own hearts?
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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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.