2730. In positive terms, the battle against the possessive and dominating self requires vigilance, sobriety of heart. When Jesus insists on vigilance, he always relates it to himself, to his coming on the last day and every day: today. the bridegroom comes in the middle of the night; the light that must not be extinguished is that of faith: “‘Come,’ my heart says, ‘seek his face!'”17
Aprofunde seus conhecimentos
583. How is it possible to address God as “Father”?
293. When is it possible to give Holy Communion to other Christians?
456. What is the nature of the family in the plan of God?
586. What does the phrase “Who art in heaven” mean?
461. How are parents to educate their children in the Christian faith?
94. What is the meaning of the expression “conceived by the power of the Holy Spirit…”?
Acesse nossos estudos biblicos:
What does the Song of Songs teach us about the search for the loved one?
What can we learn about the theology of suffering from the story of Job described in Job 1:1-22?
What are the story and life lessons drawn from the Ascension of Solomon in 1 Kings 1-2?
How to be generous and share with those in need?
What does the Bible teach us about wisdom as a gift from God?


