2008. The merit of man before God in the Christian life arises from the fact that God has freely chosen to associate man with the work of his grace. the fatherly action of God is first on his own initiative, and then follows man’s free acting through his collaboration, so that the merit of good works is to be attributed in the first place to the grace of God, then to the faithful. Man’s merit, moreover, itself is due to God, for his good actions proceed in Christ, from the predispositions and assistance given by the Holy Spirit.
Aprofunde seus conhecimentos
489. What is involved in the virtue of chastity?
362. What is eternal happiness?
20. What is the Canon of Scripture?
129. What is the condition of the risen body of Jesus?
302. What are the essential elements of the sacrament of Reconciliation?
248. What is the criterion that assures unity in the midst of plurality?
425. What is the relationship between grace and human freedom?
Acesse nossos estudos biblicos:
How does Job 38:1-11 reveal God’s sovereignty in the midst of suffering?
What is the role of God’s people in promoting social justice, according to Amos 5:24?
What is Ahijah’s prophecy in 1 Kings 11 and what is its importance in Israel’s history?
What does Jesus’ promise to send the Holy Spirit as a comforter mean, according to John 14:26?
