Paragraph 2233

2233. Becoming a disciple of Jesus means accepting the invitation to belong to God’s family, to live in conformity with His way of life: “For whoever does the will of my Father in heaven is my brother, and sister, and mother.”40

Parents should welcome and respect with joy and thanksgiving the Lord’s call to one of their children to follow him in virginity for the sake of the Kingdom in the consecrated life or in priestly ministry.


Aprofunde seus conhecimentos

252. What names are given to the first sacrament of initiation?

341. What new element did Christ give to Matrimony?

262. Is it possible to be saved without Baptism?

110. What is the meaning of the Transfiguration?

556. What is the prayer of praise?

417. Is such a law perceived by everyone?

109. In the Kingdom, what authority did Jesus bestow upon his Apostles?


Acesse nossos estudos biblicos:

What is the importance of Christian discipline according to 1 Corinthians 9:24-27?

How important is gratitude in the story of the healing of the ten lepers, described in Luke 17:11-19?

Jacob’s Wrestle with God: What is the significance of this story for us today?

What are the characteristics a Christian leader should have according to 1 Timothy 3:1-7?

How the Annunciation Story Can Inspire Us to Trust God (Luke 1:26-38)

The Woman and the Dragon: The Struggle Between Good and Evil (Revelation 12:1-17)

What is the true nature of evil, according to the story of Job described in Job 2:1-13?