2818. In the Lord’s Prayer, “thy kingdom come” refers primarily to the final coming of the reign of God through Christ’s return.88 But, far from distracting the Church from her mission in this present world, this desire commits her to it all the more strongly. Since Pentecost, the coming of that Reign is the work of the Spirit of the Lord who “complete(s) his work on earth and brings us the fullness of grace.”89
Aprofunde seus conhecimentos
487. What responsibility do human persons have in regard to their own sexual identity?
332. Who can confer this sacrament?
527. What is required by the ninth commandment?
162. Where does the one Church of Christ subsist?
32. In what way is the faith of the Church one faith alone?
463. How should authority be exercised in the various spheres of civil society?
118. Why was the death of Jesus part of God’s plan?
Acesse nossos estudos biblicos:
What is the importance of humility and repentance according to the book of Baruch?
God’s Covenant with David: An Eternal Commitment (2 Samuel 7)
What is the significance of David’s song of thanksgiving to God in 2 Samuel 22?
How to be generous and share with those in need?
How Obedience to God Can Lead to Victory: An Analysis of the Siege of Jericho (Joshua 6)?
What does 2 Corinthians 9:6-8 teach us about generosity and prosperity?
