2855. The final doxology, “For the kingdom, the power and the glory are yours, now and forever,” takes up again, by inclusion, the first three petitions to our Father: the glorification of his name, the coming of his reign, and the power of his saving will. But these prayers are now proclaimed as adoration and thanksgiving, as in the liturgy of heaven.176 The ruler of this world has mendaciously attributed to himself the three titles of kingship, power, and glory.177 Christ, the Lord, restores them to his Father and our Father, until he hands over the kingdom to him when the mystery of salvation will be brought to its completion and God will be all in all.178
Aprofunde seus conhecimentos
77. What other consequences derive from original sin?
364. What is the relationship between freedom and responsibility?
330. What is the effect of the ordination to the diaconate?
236. How is the liturgy celebrated?
169. What is the relationship of the Catholic Church with the Jewish people?
67. For what purpose did God create man and woman?
154. What are the characteristics of the people of God?
Acesse nossos estudos biblicos:
David’s old age and death: the end of a life of ups and downs (2 Samuel 23, 24)
What is the role of God’s people in promoting social justice, according to Amos 5:24?
What did Jesus teach about loving your neighbor? (Matthew 22:39)
What is the importance of fellowship with Christ according to 1 Corinthians 1:9?
How important is Jesus’ resurrection, and what can we learn from his appearance to the disciples?
