618. The cross is the unique sacrifice of Christ, the “one mediator between God and men”.452 But because in his incarnate divine person he has in some way united himself to every man, “the possibility of being made partners, in a way known to God, in the paschal mystery” is offered to all men.453 He calls his disciples to “take up [their] cross and follow (him)”,454 for “Christ also suffered for (us), leaving (us) an example so that (we) should follow in his steps.”455 In fact Jesus desires to associate with his redeeming sacrifice those who were to be its first beneficiaries.456 This is achieved supremely in the case of his mother, who was associated more intimately than any other person in the mystery of his redemptive suffering.457 Apart from the cross there is no other ladder by which we may get to heaven.458
Aprofunde seus conhecimentos
113. What were the accusations by which Jesus was condemned to death?
384. What are the theological virtues?
480. What does the Lord ask of every person in regard to peace?
487. What responsibility do human persons have in regard to their own sexual identity?
219. What place does the liturgy occupy in the life of the Church?
41. In what way is God the truth?
Acesse nossos estudos biblicos:
What does the Bible say about the importance of honesty and integrity in Ecclesiasticus 20:1-11?
What is the importance of gratitude in the Christian life, according to the first letter to Timothy?
What is the example of perseverance in the faith that Paul set in 2 Timothy 4:7?
What are the characteristics a Christian leader should have according to 1 Timothy 3:1-7?
What can we learn about the theology of suffering from the story of Job described in Job 1:1-22?
What does the Bible say about loving and serving your brothers and sisters?
What is the message of Proverbs 6:6-11 about laziness and hard work?
