The Command to Love and Its Application

These flashcards cover key concepts related to the command to love, the foundation of love in Christ, and challenges faced by the Church today, facilitating review and understanding of the material before the exam.

The Greatest Commandment

You shall love the Lord your God with all your heart, soul, and mind, and love your neighbor as yourself.

New Commandment of Jesus

To love one another as Jesus has loved us, emphasizing self-giving and sacrificial love.

Characteristics of Christian Love

True Christian love is unconditional, sacrificial, self-giving, and faithful.

Foundation of Love in Christ

The greatest proof of God’s love is through Jesus’ Passion, Death, and Resurrection.

Preferential Option for the Poor

The Church’s special attention to the needs of the poor and marginalized.

Postmodernism

A worldview that questions absolute truth and emphasizes personal freedom and individual opinion.

Secularism

A worldview that prioritizes materialism and often leads to reduced religious practices.

Moral Relativism

The belief that there is no absolute right or wrong, contradicting Christian teachings.

Communalism and Fundamentalist Violence

Religious and cultural conflicts that lead to violence.

Best Christian Response to Challenges

To live a faith-centered life promoting love, justice, and service.