Theo Unit 1 Double Check

Sin

deliberately choosing to act in a way that is contrary to God's will. It is real, and never an accident. There are big ones, which harm some or many other people, and small ones, which mainly harm the person committing them.

object, intention, and circumstance

3 ways to determine sin

mortal vs. venial sin

Mortal sin is a severe offense that could destroy your relationship with God and the grace that he gives you, and venial sin is a less serious offense and often occurs when someone does not have full knowledge of their actions. Mortal sin can only be forgiven through penance or reconciliation before receiving the eucharist. Venial sin can be forgiven through prayer, charity, or reconciliation.

social sin

racism, sexism, and classism

Moral Law

governs the relationships that human beings have with God and one another. If we act against it, we risk bringing chaos, pain, and suffering into the world. If we follow it, we can bring greater love and healing into the world.

Natural Law

everyone's awareness of good and evil and right from wrong. It is the gift of reason and helps us to better recognize moral law.

The Precepts of the Church and Canon Law

Two types of church law; One provides us with general guidance in living a Christian life. The other provides specific rules to maintain good order within the visible society of the Church. So, the first is more general while the second is more specific.

infallibility

the gift given by the Holy Spirit to the Church whereby the Magisterium of the Church, the Pope and the Bishops in union with him, can proclaim a doctrine of faith and morals without error. This way, they can perform sacraments and mass with dependability.

free will, intellect, and soul

three gifts god gives us

fear and ignorance

Two factors that can diminish our freedom and lessen the moral responsibility of our resulting action

concupiscence

the temptation to sin that all humans have. For example, it is very easy for humans to commit the sin of gluttony. This means humans have the natural urge to consume far more food than necessary for personal comfort.