2741. Jesus also prays for us – in our place and on our behalf. All our petitions were gathered up, once for all, in his cry on the Cross and, in his Resurrection, heard by the Father. This is why he never ceases to intercede for us with the Father.32 If our prayer is resolutely united with that of Jesus, in trust and boldness as children, we obtain all that we ask in his name, even more than any particular thing: the Holy Spirit himself, who contains all gifts.
Aprofunde seus conhecimentos
572. Why is prayer a “battle”?
500. How should children be considered?
100. In what way is the spiritual motherhood of Mary universal?
540. What is the importance of the Psalms in prayer?
217. What is the meaning of the word “Amen” with which we conclude our profession of faith?
295. Why did Christ institute the sacraments of Penance and the Anointing of the Sick?
543. How did Jesus pray during his passion?
Acesse nossos estudos biblicos:
What is the importance of persevering in the faith, according to 2 John 1:8?
What does James 5:7-11 teach us about patience in times of suffering?
What is the story of Naaman and how did faith and obedience cure him of leprosy?
How can we flee the appearances of evil, as described in 1 Thessalonians 5:22?
What does Malachi 2:1-2 mean about the danger of falling away from God?
What is Abraham’s example of faith, and what can we learn from him? (Hebrews 11:8-12)
