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I added more questions from the book to better help you guys study for the Theology test tomorrow. But if guys can I would still recommend reading chapter 12 and chapter 13 to better prepare the tomorrow as well. Good luck to everyone. :))
New Creation (Chap 12.)
The mysterious renewal of all things. that will occur at the end of times when Jesus returns to usher in the reign of God.
Free Will (Chap 12.)
One of the faculties of the human soul; a person’s ability to choose and act based knowledge and understanding.
Omniscient (Chap 12.)
All-knowing.
Omnipotent (Chap 12.)
All-powerful.
Conversion (Chap 13.)
A radical reorientation of one’s whole life away from sin and evil and toward God.
Beatitude (Chap 13.)
Supreme blessedness or happiness.
The Beatitudes (Chap 13.)
The teaching of Jesus in the Sermon on the Mount on the meaning and way to true happiness or fulfillment.
Parables (Chap 13.)
Short stories that convey unfamiliar or complex truths in a simple and easy to understand way bu using characters and situations that are familiar or in a mysterious way hidden in other of metaphor and symbolism.
What is our time on Earth meant for? (Chap 12.)
Our time on Earth is meant for caring for all living beings and creations as well as being disciples and spreading the message. While making the world a better place for future generations that come (Stewardship).
What ability separates mankind from the animals? (Chap 12.)
What makes mankind separate from animals is how we all have intellect/reason and free will. Plus we were all born with Rational Soul and have Rational Judgment as well.
What does our intellect allow us to do? (Chap 12.)
Intellect allows us to know God and to distinguish truth from falsehood and knowing right from wrong as well.
Who was Bl. Pier Giorgio Frassati? (Chap 12.)
He was an Italian man born into a rich family that cared a lot for the unfortunate and spent most of his time with them and going to Mass. He was also very passionate about adventures and loved joking around. He died young at the young age of 24 from tuberculosis that he caught some someone when he was helping them out.
What new Commandment did Jesus give us? (Chap 12.)
To “Love one another”
How did God affirm the goodness of creation? (Chap 12.)
He affirms the goodness of creation through Jesus. As Jesus affirms that our bodies are good, our minds are good, and our social lives are good as well.
What do we receive through Baptism? (Chap 12.)
When we get baptized we receive:
The Holy Spirit
The Gift of Faith from God
And our adoption as sons and daughters of God as well.
What was the relationship between Jesus, human will, and His divine will? (Chap 12.)
The relationship between the three do not oppose each other but rather they will always fall into total agreement with each other.
What does God give us to help us have faith and live rightly? (Chap 13.)
God gives us His grace so that we can continue to have faith and live rightly.
How does Jesus want us to conform to the Divine Law? (Chap 13.)
Through love, forgiveness, and compassion as Jesus taught we can conform to the Divine Law. However we are also encouraged to be kind, seek reconciliation, and to live our lives in humility all.
How many Beatitudes are there? (Chap 13.)
There are 8 Beatitudes
What are the Beatitudes (know at least 3 of them)? (Chap 13.)
Blessed are the poor in spirit: for theirs is the kingdom of heaven.
Blessed are they that mourn: for they shall be comforted.
Blessed are the meek: for they shall inherit the Earth.
Blessed are they which do hunger & thirst after righteousness: for they shall be filled.
Blessed are the merciful: for they shall obtain mercy.
Blessed are the pure in heart: for they shall see God,
Blessed are the peacemakers: for they shall be called the children of God.
Blessed are they which are persecuted for righteousness’ sake: for theirs in the kingdom of heaven.
What are parables? (Chap 13.)
Parables are stories that convey the moral teachings of Jesus in a simple manner for people to understand.
What does Jesus teach through them (parables)? (Chap 13.)
He teaches about life of holiness, wisdom, and how to be serve God and others through our actions.
Why is it not enough to keep the minimum requirements of the law? (Chap 13.)
It’s not enough to keep the minimum requirements of the law because you, need to have nothing that hold you back/distracts you from following Jesus such as materialistic things.
How should we use our material possessions? (Chap 13.)
We should use our material possessions for the best to help others in need, and we must not be too obsessed with materialistic things as it can distract us from God and Jesus.
What is prayer? (Chap 13.)
Prayer is a conversation with God that is genuine and sincere.
What happens when we pray? (Chap 13.)
When we pray God will respond to us and our hearts and minds will open up as well.
What is evangelization? (Chap 13.)
Evangelization is sharing our faith with others and spreading the good news to all those around us.
Why must we commit to it (evangelization)? (Chap 13.)
We must commit to evangelization as it is a part of our discipleship to spread the God news and teaching to others.
What is Discipleship? (Chap 13.)
Discipleship is following Jesus and listening to his teachings while also practicing them and spreading the good news and teaching to others. Plus it’s our path way to an eternal life with Jesus.
What are some well known parables out there (be able to name at least 1)? (Chap 13.)
The Good Samaritan
The Parable of the Sower
The Parable of the Mustard Seed
The Parable of the Lost Sheep
Parable of the Ten Virgins
The Prodigal Son
3 main teachings given from Jesus (Ch. 13) that lead us to Holiness. (Chap 13.)
Humility
Compassion
Forgiveness
What does a mortal sin consist of? (Chap 13.)
Mortal sin consists of going against God, our neighbors, and ourselves with full knowledge and deliberate consent to commit such sin.
What is the Prayer that Jesus taught us? (Chap 13.)
The Our Father
Who was St. Peter Claver? (Chap 13.)
A devoted Catholic from Spain that studied to become a priest that traveled to the Spanish colonies in present day Cartagena, Columbia in 1610.
How many confessions did St. Peter Claver do each year? (Chap 13.)
5,000 confessions a year.
How many slaves did St. Peter Claver baptized
300,000 baptisms throughout his lifetime.
What is St. Peter Claver the patron saint of?
He’s the patron saint of slaves, Columbia, and seafarers.
What is “Makarios”, Greek for? (Chap 13.)
Beatitude or Blessedness.
What are the two greatest commandments that Jesus gives us? (Chap 13.)
“Love the Lord with all your heart, and with all your soul, and with all your mind.”
“Love your neighbor as yourself.”
What is the true meaning of the Law of Moses that Jesus revealed to us that God desires us to do? (Chap 13.)
The true meaning behind the Law of Moses that God desires for us is to conform our hearts, minds, and wills to God.
What happened to all of humanity when Jesus died on the cross? (Chap 13.)
All of humanity died on the Cross.
What happened to all of humanity when Jesus rose back from the dead? (Chap 13.)
All of humanity defeated death.
When Jesus incarnated as man what did He do? (Chap 13.)
He formed a bridge between the human and the divine.
What does Faith lead to? (Chap 13.)
Faith leads to discipleship.
What happens when we accept Jesus’ invitation to having a relationship with Him? (Chap 13.)
We respond to His invitation and we’re on a pathway to enteral life
What happens if we live in the Beatitudes? (Chap 13.)
We will all live a Christ-like life that will give us happiness and fulfillment where it will make us become the men and women that God created us to be
How did the world view God in ancient times before Jesus? (Chap 13.)
They viewed him as a King, Master, and as Lord.
What is “Abba”, Aramaic for? (Chap 13.)
It’s Aramaic for father.
How did Jesus change the dynamic of prayer? (Chap 13.)
He changed the dynamic by calling us to focus on God as a loving and merciful Father.
What does Emanuel (another name for Jesus) mean? (Chap 13.)
God with us.
Why is discipleship a pathway to eternal life? (Chap 13.)
Because Jesus is “the way and the truth and the life”. Which leads us to an eternal life through the path of discipleship when we follow Him.
When does our victory over death begin? (Chap 13.)
It begins with Baptism.
What are three important things Jesus empathizes?
Love, Compassion, and Forgiveness.
Three things Jesus tells us to reject
Anger as it is a form of murder
Lust as it is a form of adultery
Divorce as it violates God’s plan for marriage (but there are few valid exceptions for divorce in the Church).
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