1856. Mortal sin, by attacking the vital principle within us – that is, charity – necessitates a new initiative of God’s mercy and a conversion of heart which is normally accomplished within the setting of the sacrament of reconciliation:
When the will sets itself upon something that is of its nature incompatible with the charity that orients man toward his ultimate end, then the sin is mortal by its very object . . . whether it contradicts the love of God, such as blasphemy or perjury, or the love of neighbor, such as homicide or adultery…. But when the sinner’s will is set upon something that of its nature involves a disorder, but is not opposed to the love of God and neighbor, such as thoughtless chatter or immoderate laughter and the like, such sins are venial.130
Aprofunde seus conhecimentos
64. What kind of bond exists between created things?
582. Why can we dare to draw near to God in full confidence?
237. From where do the sacramental signs come?
409. Where can one find the most complete realization of the common good?
117. Who is responsible for the death of Jesus?
197. How does the Virgin Mary help the Church?
87. In what way is Jesus Christ true God and true man?
Acesse nossos estudos biblicos:
What is the lesson taught in Philippians 4:10-13 about finding contentment in all circumstances?
What does Wisdom 8:7 teach us about wisdom as a source of virtue and honor?
What lessons can we learn from Haman’s fall in Esther 7:7-8?
What is the unchanging nature of God, according to Malachi 3:6?
How important is the Word of God in the Christian life according to 2 Timothy 3:16-17?
