1609. In his mercy God has not forsaken sinful man. the punishments consequent upon sin, “pain in childbearing” and toil “in the sweat of your brow,”100 also embody remedies that limit the damaging effects of sin. After the fall, marriage helps to overcome self-absorption, egoism, pursuit of one’s own pleasure, and to open oneself to the other, to mutual aid and to self-giving.
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32. In what way is the faith of the Church one faith alone?
276. Where does the Eucharist fit in the divine plan of salvation?
262. Is it possible to be saved without Baptism?
139. What symbols are used to represent the Holy Spirit?
248. What is the criterion that assures unity in the midst of plurality?
28. What are the characteristics of faith?
63. What is the place of the human person in creation?
Acesse nossos estudos biblicos:
What does the Bible say about the wrath of God and how does it relate to the need for salvation?
Christ’s Return: What Do We Know and What Do We Hope (2 Thessalonians 2:1-12)?
How can faith influence Christian behavior according to 2 Thessalonians 1:11-12?
What is the church’s role in promoting reconciliation according to Philemon 1:6?
What is the meaning of being “blameless” according to the 2 Peter 3:14 passage?
