Christian Values: Sin and Grace

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What is sin?

Sin is a moral attitude or action that leads us into evil, which separates us from our true selves, our neighbors, and God.

Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of sin?

  • It is always personal.
  • It is something that we should ignore. (correct)
  • It can be either mortal or venial.
  • It can affect others, either directly or indirectly.

What is the difference between mortal and venial sin?

Mortal sin destroys the divine power of love in a person's heart, while venial sin only strains the relationship with God.

How can someone be delivered from serious sin and reunited with God?

<p>Through the Sacrament of Reconciliation.</p> Signup and view all the answers

We are responsible for the sins of other people.

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does God's grace do to us?

<p>It brings us into the inner life of the Holy Trinity and makes us capable of living in God's love.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a virtue?

<p>A virtue is an interior disposition, a positive habit, a passion that has been placed at the service of the good.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is prudence?

<p>Prudence is the ability to recognize what is right.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are the cardinal virtues?

<p>The cardinal virtues are prudence, justice, fortitude, and temperance.</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does one act justly?

<p>One acts justly by always making sure to give to God and to one's neighbor what is due to them.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is fortitude?

<p>Fortitude is the virtue that strengthens our resolve to resist temptation and to overcome obstacles in moral life.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why is it virtuous to be moderate (temperance)?

<p>Because immoderate behavior is destructive in all areas of life.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are the theological virtues?

<p>The theological virtues are faith, hope, and love.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is charity (love)?

<p>Charity is the power by which we, who have been loved first by God, can give ourselves to God so as to be united with him, and can accept our neighbor for God’s sake as unconditionally and sincerely as we accept ourselves.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are the Ten Commandments?

<p>The Ten Commandments are a set of moral laws given by God to Moses, which are foundational for living a just and holy life.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the meaning of the first commandment: "I am the Lord, your God. You shall not have strange gods before me."?

<p>This commandment means that we must not place anything more important or give any other thing or person priority over God.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why do we worship God?

<p>We worship God because he exists and because reverence and worship are the appropriate response to his revelation and his presence.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the meaning of the second commandment: "You shall not take the name of the Lord your God in vain."?

<p>To disrespect or insult God's name is to insult or disrespect the very person of God. It is important to honor and reverence God's name and to use it in a holy way.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does it mean for a Christian to be baptized with a particular name?

<p>It means that the person is baptized with a name, and it symbolically connects that person with the Holy Trinity. Christians treat the name of a person reverently because the name is profoundly connected with that person's identity and dignity.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the meaning of the sign of the cross?

<p>Through the sign of the cross, we place ourselves under the protection of the Triune God.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the second commandment prohibit?

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What is the liturgical year?

<p>The liturgical year is a cycle of seasons and great feasts that make up the church's year of worship.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are the main seasons of the liturgical year?

<p>Advent, Christmas, Lent, Easter, Ordinary Time (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the liturgical seasons?

<p>They provide us with an opportunity to embrace sacred time and to journey to God through transformation of our lives.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the meaning of 'ordinary time' in the liturgical calendar?

<p>Ordinary time is the season between the great feasts of the Church, where the emphasis is on the everyday life of faith.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of Lent?

<p>Lent is a penitential season that recalls the 40 days Jesus spent in the desert and the 40 years the Israelites wandered in the desert. It also focuses on the events leading up to Christ's passion and finally on the Passion itself.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of Pentecost?

<p>Pentecost celebrates the descent of the Holy Spirit upon the Apostles and other followers of Jesus, marking the beginning of the Church.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Flashcards

Sin

An attitude or action that leads us into evil and separates us from God, ourselves, and others.

Mortal Sin

A serious sin that destroys the divine power of love in a person's heart and separates them from God.

Venial Sin

A less serious sin that strains but doesn't break the relationship with God.

Reconciliation

The process of reconciling with God after a serious sin, done through confession.

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Sin of Commission

A sin committed by doing something wrong that violates God's commands.

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Sin of Omission

A sin committed by not doing something right or neglecting to do what is expected.

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Grace

God's free, loving gift of his helping goodness and vitality.

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Supernatural Grace

Grace infused from above that cannot be explained by natural means, making us children of God.

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Sanctifying Grace

Grace given to us through baptism, making us inheritors of Heaven.

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Habitual Grace

Grace that bestows a permanent habit of doing good.

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Actual Grace

Grace that helps us know, will, and do what is good, leading us to God and Heaven.

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Sacramental Grace

Grace received through the sacraments that strengthens our faith.

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Charisms

Special gifts of grace granted to individual Christians.

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Grace of State

Special powers promised to those in states like marriage, ordination, or religious life.

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Virtue

A positive habit and disposition that strengthens our ability to do good.

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Cardinal Virtues

Cardinal virtues are essential for a healthy moral life, like hinges for a door.

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Prudence

The virtue that helps us distinguish what's essential and choose the best way to achieve our goals.

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Justice

The virtue that ensures we give God and our neighbor what is due to them.

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Fortitude

The virtue that gives us the strength to persevere in good even in difficult situations.

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Temperance

The virtue that helps us moderate our desires and enjoy things in a balanced way.

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Theological Virtues

Theological virtues are infused by God and enable believers to live as God's children.

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Faith

The virtue of believing in God, his revelations, and the teachings of the Church.

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Hope

The virtue of trusting in God's promises, even though we may not see them yet.

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Charity (Love)

The greatest virtue that enables us to return God's love and love our neighbor unconditionally.

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First Commandment

The first commandment reminds us that God is the only true God and deserves our full devotion.

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Worship

The recognition of God's Lordship expressed through filial devotion and service.

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Second Commandment

The second commandment calls us to reverence God's name and use it with respect.

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Liturgical Year

The liturgical year is the cycle of seasons and feasts that make up the Church's year of worship.

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Advent

The season of preparation and waiting for the coming of Christ, celebrated from the 4th Sunday before Christmas until Christmas Eve.

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Christmas Season

The season celebrating the birth of Jesus, starting on Christmas Eve and continuing until the feast of the Baptism of the Lord.

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Ordinary Time

The longest season marking the time between the feast of the Baptism and the final Saturday before Advent, focusing on the life and teachings of Jesus.

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Lent

The forty-day season of penitence and preparation for Easter, starting with Ash Wednesday and ending the Saturday before Easter.

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Easter Season

The season celebrating the resurrection of Jesus, starting with the Easter Vigil on Holy Saturday and continuing for fifty days until Pentecost.

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Study Notes

2nd Quarter

  • The notes cover various topics related to sin, grace, and Christian values.

Sin and Grace

  • Sin is a serious matter affecting individuals and society, meaning any intentional act or thought contrary to God's will.
  • Sin also has a social dimension impacting the community.
  • Sin involves deliberate and voluntary actions against God's order.
  • Sin is ultimately the love of self above all else, creating a separation from true self, others, and God.
  • Sin includes actions like plunder, graft, and corruption, as well as offences against people.
  • Sin is not something to be ignored, joked about, or glorified; it carries serious and lasting consequences.
  • Mortal sin destroys the power of God's love, causing eternal separation, whereas venial sin merely strains the relationship with God.

Distinguishing Mortal and Venial Sins

  • Mortal sins are actions done with serious fault, destroying the divine love in a person.
  • Venial sin impacts the relationship with God with a less serious nature.

Responsibility for Others' Sins

  • Individuals aren't responsible for the sins of others unless they actively contribute to leading others astray through falsehoods, seduction, cooperation, or neglect.

Christian Values

  • Virtues (e.g., prudence, justice, fortitude, temperance) are essential for developing good habits and living a Christian life.
  • Virtues are needed for easy accomplishment of good.
  • Acting justly involves recognizing and fulfilling obligations towards God and fellow individuals.

The First Commandment

  • This commandment emphasizes the exclusive devotion to God.
  • Other gods should not be put before God.
  • It is important to avoid placing anything or anyone before God.

The Second Commandment

  • The second commandment forbids the misuse of God's name.
  • Blasphemy, false oaths, and perjury are specific examples of violating the second commandment, including the misuse of God's name.

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