1722. Such beatitude surpasses the understanding and powers of man. It comes from an entirely free gift of God: whence it is called supernatural, as is the grace that disposes man to enter into the divine joy.
“Blessed are the pure in heart, for they shall see God.”
It is true, because of the greatness and inexpressible glory of God, that “man shall not see me and live,” for the Father cannot be grasped. But because of God’s love and goodness toward us, and because he can do all things, he goes so far as to grant those who love him the privilege of seeing him…. For “what is impossible for men is possible for God.”23
Aprofunde seus conhecimentos
150. What is the mission of the Church?
354. What is the relationship between the sacraments and the death of a Christian?
298. When did he institute this sacrament?
32. In what way is the faith of the Church one faith alone?
285. How long does the presence of Christ last in the Eucharist?
250. How are the sacraments of the Church divided?
28. What are the characteristics of faith?
Acesse nossos estudos biblicos:
How did Nehemiah deal with the division between rich and poor Jews in Nehemiah 5?
Who was Hezekiah in the Bible and how does his story teach us about the importance of trusting God?
What did Jesus teach about loving your neighbor? (Matthew 22:39)
How important is wisdom in mate selection and marriage according to Proverbs 18:22?
What do Daniel’s visions of the ram and the goat in Daniel 8 mean?
What was David’s attitude toward Mephibosheth, and what can we learn from this story?
The Story of Moses: How did God choose and prepare Moses to lead his people? (Exodus 1-4)
