412. But why did God not prevent the first man from sinning? St. Leo the Great responds, “Christ’s inexpressible grace gave us blessings better than those the demon’s envy had taken away.” and St. Thomas Aquinas wrote, “There is nothing to prevent human nature’s being raised up to something greater, even after sin; God permits evil in order to draw forth some greater good. Thus St. Paul says, ‘Where sin increased, grace abounded all the more’; and the Exsultet sings, ‘O happy fault,. . . which gained for us so great a Redeemer!'”
Aprofunde seus conhecimentos
238. What is the link between the actions and the words in the celebration of the sacraments?
386. What is the virtue of faith?
316. Who can receive the sacrament of the anointing of the sick?
434. “Teacher, what good must I do to have eternal life?” (Matthew 19:16).
286. What kind of worship is due to the sacrament of the Eucharist?
343. How is the sacrament of Matrimony celebrated?
212. In what does hell consist?
Acesse nossos estudos biblicos:
What is the role of women in society, according to Ecclesiasticus 26:1-4?
What is the importance of fellowship with Christ according to 1 Corinthians 1:9?
What does the Bible say about the wrath of God and how does it relate to the need for salvation?
What are Daniel’s visions of the golden image and the four beasts?
The importance of hospitality and caring for others: The generosity of Tobias and his wife Sara.
Jacob’s Wrestle with God: What is the significance of this story for us today?
How can Christ’s return be a comfort in the midst of pain, according to 1 Thessalonians 4:13-18?
