Catechism for Young Children · Question 78 of 145

Is God pleased with those who love and obey him?

A.Yes; he says, “I love them that love me.”

What does this answer mean?

God is pleased with those who love and obey him. The answer quotes God's own words from Proverbs 8:17, 'I love them that love me.' It encourages a child that love and obedience toward God are noticed and welcomed by him.

What can we ask our children?

  1. Is God pleased with those who love and obey him?
  2. What does God say about those who love him?
  3. How can you show God that you love him?

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.

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.