2112. The first commandment condemns polytheism. It requires man neither to believe in, nor to venerate, other divinities than the one true God. Scripture constantly recalls this rejection of “idols, (of) silver and gold, the work of men’s hands. They have mouths, but do not speak; eyes, but do not see.” These empty idols make their worshippers empty: “Those who make them are like them; so are all who trust in them.”42 God, however, is the “living God”43 who gives life and intervenes in history.
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5. How can we speak about God?
424. What other kinds of grace are there?
590. What does the Church ask for when she prays “Thy Kingdom come”?
565. Who can educate us in prayer?
118. Why was the death of Jesus part of God’s plan?
207. What is life everlasting?
120. How is Jesus’ offering expressed at the Last Supper?
Acesse nossos estudos biblicos:
Jacob’s Wrestle with God: What is the significance of this story for us today?
What is the significance of Aeneas’ healing and Dorcas’ resurrection in Acts 9:32-43?
What is the role of God’s people in promoting social justice, according to Amos 5:24?
What is Jeremiah’s message about God’s unconditional love?
What is the importance of faithfulness to God, according to the book of Tobias?
What is the role of the law in the Old Testament, according to Galatians 3:10-14?
What does Hosea 7:14-16 reveal about God’s judgment against hypocrisy?
