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What does St.Paul encourage believers to do in his letter to the Thessalonians?
What does St.Paul encourage believers to do in his letter to the Thessalonians?
- Pray without ceasing (correct)
- Rejoice only in good times
- Give thanks selectively
- Pray sporadically
How did Jesus learn to pray?
How did Jesus learn to pray?
- From observing His disciples
- By practicing in the wilderness
- Through meditation in solitude
- From His parents in the synagogue (correct)
What does the phrase 'I and the Father are one' imply about Jesus?
What does the phrase 'I and the Father are one' imply about Jesus?
- He is the eternal Father
- He shares the same nature as the Father (correct)
- He is a distinct being from the Father
- He mediates between two separate gods
Which action illustrates Jesus' life as a 'single prayer'?
Which action illustrates Jesus' life as a 'single prayer'?
What advice did St.Alphonsus Liguori give about prayer?
What advice did St.Alphonsus Liguori give about prayer?
What is said about the relationship between God the Father and God the Son?
What is said about the relationship between God the Father and God the Son?
What does Jesus being described as the 'sole mediator' signify?
What does Jesus being described as the 'sole mediator' signify?
Which of the following statements reflects the importance of prayer in one's life as discussed in the lesson?
Which of the following statements reflects the importance of prayer in one's life as discussed in the lesson?
What was a significant aspect of Jesus' prayer life?
What was a significant aspect of Jesus' prayer life?
What was Jesus' response to his disciples when he found them sleeping?
What was Jesus' response to his disciples when he found them sleeping?
During his time of prayer before his arrest, what human emotion did Jesus experience?
During his time of prayer before his arrest, what human emotion did Jesus experience?
What command did Jesus give his disciples regarding love?
What command did Jesus give his disciples regarding love?
What phrase signifies the importance of faith in receiving God's help?
What phrase signifies the importance of faith in receiving God's help?
What does praying in the spirit of Jesus allow believers to do?
What does praying in the spirit of Jesus allow believers to do?
In the Gospel of St. Mark, what must one do to receive what they ask for in prayer?
In the Gospel of St. Mark, what must one do to receive what they ask for in prayer?
What does the term 'FIAT' reflect in the context of Mary's response to God?
What does the term 'FIAT' reflect in the context of Mary's response to God?
What was one of Jesus' experiences during his prayer in the Garden of Gethsemane?
What was one of Jesus' experiences during his prayer in the Garden of Gethsemane?
What is a characteristic of faith in relation to Jesus' actions?
What is a characteristic of faith in relation to Jesus' actions?
Which statement best represents the view on prayer expressed in the content?
Which statement best represents the view on prayer expressed in the content?
What do the disciples learn from Jesus in terms of prayer?
What do the disciples learn from Jesus in terms of prayer?
What role does the Blessed Mother play according to the discussion?
What role does the Blessed Mother play according to the discussion?
What is suggested about God's response to prayers according to the content?
What is suggested about God's response to prayers according to the content?
According to the described experiences, how do many Christians view their prayers?
According to the described experiences, how do many Christians view their prayers?
How should one approach faith and prayer according to the content?
How should one approach faith and prayer according to the content?
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Study Notes
Prayer in the New Testament
- Rejoice, pray without ceasing, and give thanks in all circumstances (1 Thessalonians 5:16-18).
- Aim to understand Jesus’ prayers, His intercession, and Mary’s example of prayer.
How to Pray as Followers of Christ
- Speak to God as if alone, with familiarity and love (St. Alphonsus Liguori).
Jesus' Unique Approach to Prayer
- Jesus learned prayer from Mary and Joseph and traditional practices in the synagogue.
- His unique relationship with the Father emphasized His divine nature, evident in His saying, "I and the Father are one" (John 10:30).
Jesus' Life Represented Prayer
- Jesus' life is depicted as "one single prayer."
- Notable moments include 40 days of prayer in the wilderness, appointing His apostles, and enduring His passion.
Intensity of Jesus' Prayer
- Jesus often withdrew in solitude to pray, illustrating His oneness with the Father and the Holy Spirit.
- During His passion, He prayed fervently, expressing human emotions like fear (Matthew 26:39).
Learning to Pray from Jesus
- Disciples learned to pray by listening to and imitating Jesus.
- Key principles include striving for purity, forgiveness, trust in God, and love for one another (John 13:34).
Faith as a Response to God
- Jesus responded to calls for healing with compassion, emphasizing the value of faith (Mark 5:34).
- Miracles performed by Jesus served as the manifestation of His divine power and established the connection between faith and healing.
Assurance of God's Listening
- Saints’ testimonies and personal stories illustrate that God hears prayers.
- Psalm 138:3 highlights God's attentive response to our cries.
Prayer and Assurance
- Mark 11:24 reassures believers to ask in prayer with belief for answers.
- Contextual understanding encourages trust in God's timing and manner of response.
Mary as a Model of Faith
- Mary’s self-giving prayer exemplifies a faithful response to God's love.
- She serves as a mediator, encouraging action aligned with Jesus’ will (John 2:5).
Catechesis on Prayer by Pope Francis
- Prayer is described as the "breath of faith," reflecting the most sincere expression towards God.
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