2098. The acts of faith, hope, and charity enjoined by the first commandment are accomplished in prayer. Lifting up the mind toward God is an expression of our adoration of God: prayer of praise and thanksgiving, intercession and petition. Prayer is an indispensable condition for being able to obey God’s commandments. ” (We) ought always to pray and not lose heart.”15
Aprofunde seus conhecimentos
425. What is the relationship between grace and human freedom?
45. Can the mystery of the Most Holy Trinity be known by the light of human reason alone?
285. How long does the presence of Christ last in the Eucharist?
575. How may we strengthen our filial trust?
125. What is the “hell” into which Jesus descended?
329. How does a priest carry out his proper ministry?
224. What are the sacraments and which are they?
Acesse nossos estudos biblicos:
How did Solomon become the wisest king who ever lived? An analysis of 1 Kings 3.
How can Christ’s return be a comfort in the midst of pain, according to 1 Thessalonians 4:13-18?
How does Esther’s story tell the Jewish people’s story of redemption?
David’s old age and death: the end of a life of ups and downs (2 Samuel 23, 24)
How Obedience to God Can Lead to Victory: An Analysis of the Siege of Jericho (Joshua 6)?
