Paragraph 1049

1049. “Far from diminishing our concern to develop this earth, the expectancy of a new earth should spur us on, for it is here that the body of a new human family grows, foreshadowing in some way the age which is to come. That is why, although we must be careful to distinguish earthly progress clearly from the increase of the kingdom of Christ, such progress is of vital concern to the kingdom of God, insofar as it can contribute to the better ordering of human society.”640


Aprofunde seus conhecimentos

354. What is the relationship between the sacraments and the death of a Christian?

24. What role does Sacred Scripture play in the life of the Church?

342. Are all obliged to get married?

365. Why does everyone have a right to exercise freedom?

400. What are structures of sin?

391. What does the acceptance of God’s mercy require from us?

320. What is Viaticum?


Acesse nossos estudos biblicos:

What does the Song of Songs teach us about the search for the loved one?

What is the importance of prayer and intercession in the Christian life, according to 1 Timothy 2:1-4?

How important is community in the midst of suffering, according to Job 42:10-11?

How does the conquest of Canaan in the book of Joshua demonstrate God’s faithfulness?

What does Titus 2:7-8 teach about the standard of conduct for the church?

Understanding God’s Wrath – Habakkuk 1:2-4

What does the Bible teach us about asserting personal identity within a loving relationship?