788. When his visible presence was taken from them, Jesus did not leave his disciples orphans. He promised to remain with them until the end of time; he sent them his Spirit.218 As a result communion with Jesus has become, in a way, more intense: “By communicating his Spirit, Christ mystically constitutes as his body those brothers of his who are called together from every nation.”219
Aprofunde seus conhecimentos
103. What does the Gospel teach about the mysteries of the birth and infancy of Jesus?
404. What else is required for an authentic human society?
7. What are the first stages of God’s Revelation?
406. When is authority exercised in a legitimate way?
554. In what does the prayer of intercession consist?
428. Are all called to Christian holiness?
Acesse nossos estudos biblicos:
The Beatitudes: Understanding Their Meaning and Importance (Matthew 5:3-11)
How important is the supremacy of Christ according to Colossians 1:15-20?
The importance of hospitality and caring for others: The generosity of Tobias and his wife Sara.
O que o livro de Cantares nos ensina sobre a beleza da mulher noiva e da mulher madura?
How did a woman’s faith heal her of a hemorrhage, according to Matthew 9:20-22?
What is the main message of Jonah’s story and how does it reveal God’s grace?
