Paragraph 1258

1258. The Church has always held the firm conviction that those who suffer death for the sake of the faith without having received Baptism are baptized by their death for and with Christ. This Baptism of blood, like the desire for Baptism, brings about the fruits of Baptism without being a sacrament.


Aprofunde seus conhecimentos

347. What sins are gravely opposed to the sacrament of Matrimony?

245. What are sacred buildings?

65. What is the relationship between the work of creation and the work of redemption?

459. What are the duties of children toward their parents?

119. In what way did Christ offer himself to the Father?

536. How is Abraham a model of prayer?

51. What is the importance of affirming “In the beginning God created the heavens and the earth” (Genesis 1:1)?


Acesse nossos estudos biblicos:

The law of forgiveness: What does the law of forgiveness in Leviticus teach us about God’s mercy and justice? (Leviticus 19:17-18)

Who are the Four Horsemen of the Apocalypse and what is their significance?

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

What is the story behind the miracle of Elisha’s resurrection of the Shunammite’s son in 2 Kings 4?

What is the story of Abimelech and forgiveness in Judges 9:22-57?

What does the Bible say about loving and serving your brothers and sisters?

Moses’ Leadership: What do Moses’ life and example teach us about leadership, faith, and obedience to God? (Numbers 12)