2820. By a discernment according to the Spirit, Christians have to distinguish between the growth of the Reign of God and the progress of the culture and society in which they are involved. This distinction is not a separation. Man’s vocation to eternal life does not suppress, but actually reinforces, his duty to put into action in this world the energies and means received from the Creator to serve justice and peace.93
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66. In what sense do we understand man and woman as created “in the image of God”?
47. Who is the Holy Spirit revealed to us by Jesus Christ?
583. How is it possible to address God as “Father”?
139. What symbols are used to represent the Holy Spirit?
539. What is the role of prayer in the mission of the prophets?
61. In what way are angels present in the life of the Church?
65. What is the relationship between the work of creation and the work of redemption?
Acesse nossos estudos biblicos:
What is the meaning of David’s song of gratitude to God?
How is the humility and grace of God manifested in the Christian’s life, according to Psalm 138:6-7?
What was David’s attitude toward Mephibosheth, and what can we learn from this story?
What is the importance of caring for the weak according to James 1:27?
What is the story of Naaman and how did faith and obedience cure him of leprosy?
What is the importance of humility and repentance according to the book of Baruch?
