Paragraph 672

672. Before his Ascension Christ affirmed that the hour had not yet come for the glorious establishment of the messianic kingdom awaited by Israel561 which, according to the prophets, was to bring all men the definitive order of justice, love and peace.562 According to the Lord, the present time is the time of the Spirit and of witness, but also a time still marked by “distress” and the trial of evil which does not spare the Church563 and ushers in the struggles of the last days. It is a time of waiting and watching.564


Aprofunde seus conhecimentos

414. How is human solidarity manifested?

374. How is a moral conscience formed to be upright and truthful?

582. Why can we dare to draw near to God in full confidence?

404. What else is required for an authentic human society?

337. What is the plan of God regarding man and woman?

458. What are the duties that society has toward the family?

377. What is a virtue?


Acesse nossos estudos biblicos:

What is the role of women in society, according to Ecclesiasticus 26:1-4?

How does Lamentations address the issue of human suffering?

What does the book of Hosea teach us about God’s unwavering love for his people?

What is the lesson taught in Philippians 4:10-13 about finding contentment in all circumstances?

The Light of the World: Jesus is the light that illuminates the darkness (John 8:12)

What is the importance of reading and studying God’s law and what example can we find in the story of Ezra?

What is the River of Life and the Tree of Life mentioned in Revelation 22:1-5 and what is their importance to the promise of eternal life?