Unit 2 study Guide religion 4
Describe two principles that support the development of a just society
1. defending human dignity 2. working for the common good
Summarize one biblical story that teaches about Gods forgiveness or provide two biblical quotes from the testament that teach us about forgiveness
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What is the danger of developing morally bad habits, called vices? Provide an example of your answer.
It becomes easier to isn without thinking about it. Ultimately the sins become more serious.
Why is every sin a lie against truth
It is a lie about what truly brings God's saving love and joy into the world.
Describe the New Testament concept of sin as light versus darkness
Jesus said that people preferred darkness because their acts were evil. They avoid the light because they do not want their evil to be exposed but whoever lives in the truth comes to the light so their work can clearly be seen by God.
what is sin
a deliberate thought word, deed or omission contrary to the will of God
How are we freed from the burden of sin
accepting Gods forgiveness and dying to sin through the sacraments of reconciliation.
what is the result of every sin
alienation/ separation from God
what does st.paul teach about sin in the letter to the romans
all people are guilty and need salvation
what is sin in the new testament
breaking the natural law written on our hearts
How can you help yourself to grow as a morally good person, a person who consistently chooses to be good
by choosing good acts, examining our motives and avoiding circumstances that lead us to sin.
what is the ultimate consequence of every sin
death
what is necessary for a sin to be mortal
full knowlage and full consent
whats the result of forming virtues
its makes it easier to resist temptaition
what is a venial sin
less serious offense against Gods
what are the three elements that determine the morality of an action
object, intention, circumstances
name the capital sins
pride, anger, sloth, lust, gluttony, envy, greed
name 3 examples of social sin
racism, sexism, and ageism
name two old testament concepts of sin
rebellion, missing the mark
what is a mortal sin
serious offense against God that destroys charity
what are sins we deliberately commit
sins of comission
in the new testament, what outnumbers Jesus' teachings about Gods judgement against sin
teaching about Gods forgiveness
social sin
the collective effct of many peoples personal sins
what is social justice
the defense of human dignity by ensuring human needs and rights are protected
why are capital sins called deadly
they increase our tendency to sin and cause us to turn more and more away from God
whats is a sin of omission
when we fail to do something required by God's moral law