2642. The Revelation of “what must soon take place,” the Apocalypse, is borne along by the songs of the heavenly liturgy127 but also by the intercession of the “witnesses” (martyrs).128 The prophets and the saints, all those who were slain on earth for their witness to Jesus, the vast throng of those who, having come through the great tribulation, have gone before us into the Kingdom, all sing the praise and glory of him who sits on the throne, and of the Lamb.129 In communion with them, the Church on earth also sings these songs with faith in the midst of trial. By means of petition and intercession, faith hopes against all hope and gives thanks to the “Father of lights,” from whom “every perfect gift” comes down.130 Thus faith is pure praise.
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16. To whom is given the task of authentically interpreting the deposit of faith?
25. How does man respond to God who reveals himself?
332. Who can confer this sacrament?
494. What is the responsibility of civil authority in regard to chastity?
411. How does society ensure social justice?
53. Why was the world created?
140. What does it mean that the Spirit “has spoken through the prophets”?
Acesse nossos estudos biblicos:
What does the Bible say about the true source of comfort in times of trouble?
What can we learn from Edom’s pride described in Abdias 1:3?
How does the story of Rich and Lazarus warn us about the consequences of greed? (Luke 16:19-31)
God’s Covenant with David: An Eternal Commitment (2 Samuel 7)
What does “giving thanks in all circumstances” mean in 1 Thessalonians 5:18?
Joseph’s story: How did God use Joseph’s story to fulfill his purposes?
