2612. In Jesus “the Kingdom of God is at hand.”72 He calls his hearers to conversion and faith, but also to watchfulness. In prayer the disciple keeps watch, attentive to Him Who Is and Him Who Comes, in memory of his first coming in the lowliness of the flesh, and in the hope of his second coming in glory.73 In communion with their Master, the disciples’ prayer is a battle; only by keeping watch in prayer can one avoid falling into temptation.74
Aprofunde seus conhecimentos
166. Why is the Church called “Catholic”?
123. Why does Jesus call upon his disciples to take up their cross?
202. What is the meaning of the term “body” (or “flesh”) and what importance does it have?
391. What does the acceptance of God’s mercy require from us?
362. What is eternal happiness?
512. What would be opposed to the social doctrine of the Church?
553. What are the different forms of the prayer of petition?
Acesse nossos estudos biblicos:
What does Malachi 4:1 say about the punishment of the wicked?
What is the importance of gratitude and recognition according to the book of Proverbs?
How the Annunciation Story Can Inspire Us to Trust God (Luke 1:26-38)
The Beatitudes: Understanding Their Meaning and Importance (Matthew 5:3-11)
