Guided Reading Questions: Guided by the Light of Revelation

These flashcards cover essential vocabulary and key concepts from the lecture notes on the guided reading questions related to the book 'Guided by the Light of Revelation'.

Covenant Structure

A formal agreement between God and His people, exemplified by components such as preamble, historical prologue, submission, witnesses, and blessings and curses.

Genesis 2:18

A scripture verse indicating that man should not be alone, emphasizing the importance of relationships.

Christian Ethics

An ethical framework based on the love relationship between God and humanity as revealed through covenants.

Sermon on the Mount

A collection of teachings by Jesus that includes the beatitudes, interpretation of the Torah, and final exhortations.

Gospel Ethics

A moral framework based on the 'good news' of Jesus, focusing on loving others as God loves.

Perfect as the Father

The call for Christians to strive for moral perfection by emulating God's love and inclusivity.

Community of Sinners

The paradox of the Church being holy through the presence of the Holy Spirit while also comprising sinful humans.

Magisterium

The teaching authority of the Church, consisting of bishops in communion with the Pope, responsible for interpreting and teaching moral tradition.

Paul's Mission Post-Conversion

Paul's transformation from a persecutor of Christians to an apostle promoting the teachings of Jesus to the Gentiles.

Christian Living and the Kingdom of God

The concept that living according to Jesus' teachings embodies the love of God and transforms individuals and communities.