Life And Death

Question 1

Death

Answer 1

The end of physical life, when the physical body ceases completely to function

Question 2

Eternal Life

Answer 2

The term used to refer to life in heaven after death. Also, the phrase Jesus uses to describe a state of living as God intends, which leads to a life in heaven

Question 3

Heaven

Answer 3

Those who have accepted God’s grace and forgiveness in this life will enjoy an eternal existence in God’s presence in the next life

Question 4

Hell

Answer 4

Those who, through the exercise of their own free will, ultimately reject God’s grace and forgiveness, will have chosen to live eternally outside of God’s presence

Question 5

Magisterium

Answer 5

The teaching authority of the Church, exercised by the bishops in communion with the Pope. The Magisterium is given grace by the Holy Spirit to faithfully interpret the Scriptures and Tradition

Question 6

Resurrection

Answer 6

The raising of the body to life again after death. Christians believe that Jesus has already experienced resurrection and that all people will experience it at the end of time