Tags Test 2 Study Guide

The passion, death, ressurection, and ascension of Jesus Christ.

Paschal Mystery

Four possiblities of Jesus Christ

Liar--> He knows he isn't what he says he is

Lunatic--> He thinks he is Son of God but isn't

Lord--> Jesus is what he says he is, he is the Son of God

Unfounded--> He didn't exist or didn't mean what he said.

3 responses to the claims that Jesus is NOT the Lord

Power of Jesus --> Miracles

Martyrdom of his Followers--> The death of his early followers in horrific ways.

Authenticity of the Gospels --> One of the most meticulously copied ancient writings.

Why did Jesus come into the world?

To save us from sin and death

What is originial holiness? What are the effects of original holiness?

The original state of human beings in their relationship with God, sharing in the divine life in full communion with him. Effects included immortality and peace.

What is original justice?

The original state of complete communion and harmony with God between Adam and Eve before the fall.

What is sanctifying grace?

The grace that heals our human nature wounded by sin and restores us to friendship with God by giving us a share in the divine life of the Trinity. It is a supernatural gift of God, infused into our souls by the Holy Spirit, that continues the work of making us holy.

Why did God create?

To share in his glory, goodness, and love.

Why did God make human beings?

He made humans for each other.

How did God create the universe?

"Ex Nihilio" out of nothing. He spoke it into existence.

What does the Creed mean by God is "One"

There is only ONE God, he is not in competition with other gods.

What does the Creed mean by God is "Father"

He is a person, he is relational.

What does the Creed mean by God is "Almighty"

Omnipotent--> All powerful, there are no other beings greater than him. He is supreme.

Omnisicent--> All knowing.

Omnipresent--> He is everywhere.

What does the Creed mean by God is "Creator"

He is the source and origin of all that exists.

What does it mean that man is created in God's "image and likeness"

Man is a person, has intellect and will, an immortal soul, and inherent dignity.

What are angels?

Created spirits without bodies.

How do Angels help us?

Praying for us, Act as Messengers from God to us, and serving as Guardian angels.

What are the different ranks of angels from greatest to least?

Cherubim, Seraphim, Archangels, and Angels and Archangels.

Who are the three guardian angels? What do they do?

St Michael--> Warrior angel who battles against the devil.

St Gabriel--> A messenger angel of God's good news.

St Raphael-->A healing angel for spiritual and physical wounds.

Who recieves a guardian angel?

Every single human being.

Did God create the fallen angels as evil from the start? Explain the fall of the fallen angels?

No, they were angels who rejected God's mercy and comitted the sin of pride, the first sin, and now have become demons.

What is Pride (The first sin commited by the rebel angels)

To think of oneself as greater than one actually is.

What is another name for fallen angels?

demons

Do fallen angels have the ability to repent and go back to heaven? Why or why not?

No, because they are fully aware of their actions and the consequences of those actions. They will suffer eternal punishment and seperation from God.

How do fallen angels harm us?

Ordinarily--> Demons harm us by tempting us to sin and turn away from God.

Extra-Ordinarily--> Demons can exercise greater control over us if we allow them to.

What is the definition of temptation? What are the sources of temptation?

The invitation to commit sin or some kind of evil. The sources are the world, the flesh, and the devil.

How do we fight against fallen angels?

Be in the state of sanctifying grace, pray (especially to Christ and the Blessed Mother), avoid occult activity and false religion, and recieve the sacraments often.