MATG 4 Flashcards
What did Jesus do during the 40 days after his resurrection?
He taught the disciples how to interpret the scriptures (in relation to life, death, and resurrection)
Directed them to continue his mission.
What is Hell “essentially”?
The absence of God
Why did the Gospel writers have a difficult time describing the Ascension?
It was beyond human comprehension
What is the source of joy for both Easter morning and the Ascension?
Knowing Christ is who he claimed he claimed to be
What did the angels mean when the asked the disciples at the Ascension, “why are you looking at the sky?”
Jesus is now in heaven at the right hand of the father
How did the absence of Christ’s physical presence lead to greater faith?
Because we no longer have the deception of our senses that leads us to believing
Why, according to 2 Cor. 2:18, do we look not to what is seen but to what is unseen?
yes
How did the apostles choose Matthias to replace Judas?
They cast lots and voted
How is the Lord’s prayer a very Jewish prayer?
It talks about heaven and Earth coming together “On Earth as it is in Heaven.”
The ascension does not mean a space trip in the sky but what?
The translation of Earthly reality into heaven, bringing Heaven and Earth together.
The Church is the Mystical Body of Jesus, so what is our job as the Body?
To continue his work and to bring Heaven and Earth together (link) Do what Jesus did.
What is the essential difference in the Jewish and Greek way of thinking about heaven and earth?
Jewish: Heaven and Earth should be combined
Greek: Believe they are seperated
Exactly where is Jesus now?
Everywhere, in everyones hearts and in scripture. He bridges the gap between heaven and earth.
According to Romans 8:9-11, what will God give us through his Spirit?
It will give us life to our mortal bodies through his spirit.
According to Gal 5:16-23, what are the fruits of the Spirit? (2)
Love, Joy, Peace, Patience, Generosity, Kindness, Faithfulness, Gentleness, and Self-Control
Read John 3:1-8. What does Jesus say a person needs to do to enter the kingdom of God?
To be born both of water and spirit, born from above.
What does the Hebrew term “Ruah” mean?
Both wind and spirit
What does Jesus do to communicate his Spirit to the Apostles in John 20?
By breathing on the apostles
What is the means by which God Shares his very self with us?
Both the Father and Son give the gift of themselves by way of the spirit.
If the Spirit is Adored by Christians, what does it mean that the Spirit is?
God
In the OT, for what did the Spirit prepare the Jews?
the time of the messiah
Why is the liturgy the “most useless” thing of all?
The liturgy is beautiful and playful, its to feel happy and connected and to feel inner harmony
Why do we confess our sins at the beginning of Mass?
It makes you aware of your sins and to ask for forgiveness to prepare for prayer
How are the readings at Mass like the opening of the Lord of the Rings?
Tolkien had to draw the reader into his book, just as the readings in mass must draw people in
What does sacrifice produce?
Communion
What do the tiny gifts of bread wine and water symbolically represent?
The eternity of creation
As the Gathered people sing “Holy, Holy, Holy Lord God of hosts…” with whom are they saying the
prayer?
Angels and saints
What did Jesus say at Capernaum that was so problematic theologically, and even “disgusting”?
Jesus said that his body was bread and his wine blood was wine. “Eat my body and drink my blood.”
To whom has the salvation promised to Israel in the Old Testament now been extended? (1)
It is accomplished under the guidance of the HS and has been extended to the Gentiles.
Who was the spokesman for the Christian community in Acts? (1)
Peter
Who does Luke insist is prominent in God’s plan of salvation? (1)
The prominence of Israel
What are a couple of reasons Luke thinks that Christianity should be tolerated by Rome? (2)
- Christianity is continuous of Judaism
2. He is declared innocent of any crime against Rome
On Pentecost, why was the Holy Spirit Sent? (2 reasons)
- To sanctify the church forever
2. So that we may have access to the father
What are several things the Spirit does “in the Church and in the hearts of the faithful”?
- Prays and bears witness that they are adopted sons
- Guides the church to the fullness of truth
- Furnishes and directs various gifts
Who is the “principal agent” that continues “the salvific work rooted in the sacrifice of the Cross”? `1
W
What is the “indispensable condition for the forgiveness of sins”?
Not accepting Gods salvation
What “opens to the Holy Spirit the door into man’s inmost being”?
the blood of the son of man
What is meant by “blasphemy against the Holy Spirit”?
Anyone who speaks against the holy spirit and doesnt accept salvation
What is Confirmation?
The strengthening and confirming of christian life
What are understanding and knowledge?
Knowledge of deeper meaning and searching for them through God
What is counsel?
Judgement in spiritual order. Doing the right thing in order of God
What is fortitude?
Courage, strength to do the right thing even though you might face difficulties
What is piety?
Sense of justice in regard to God, obligation to praise God.
What is fear of the Lord?
Fear of losing a relationship with the Father
