Unit 3 (Christian Moral Development)

Question 1

Freedom

Answer 1

The human power to choose, and is shown in human beings in their ability to act against their dominant instincts, which animals never do.

Question 2

Justice

Answer 2

The moral virtue that consists in the constant and firm will to give their due to God and neighbor.

Question 3

Sin

Answer 3

This word refers to an offense against reason, truth, and right conscience and thus against God.

Question 4

Venial Sin

Answer 4

An offense against God which does not deprive the sinner of sanctifying Grace, (lighter than normal sin)

Question 5

Mortal Sin

Answer 5

Sins that imperil your soul. By commiting these sins, you forfeit heaven and opt for hell by your own free will.

Question 6

Social Sin

Answer 6

This term refers to the fact that personal sins can give rise to social situations and institutions that are sinful.

Question 7

Stewardship

Answer 7

In a biblical usage the management of whatever a person is entrusted with, to profitably administer for God.

Question 8

Original Sin

Answer 8

The sin of Adam as the head of the human race.

Question 9

Invididualism

Answer 9

The problematic belief that the needs of each person are more important than the needs of the whole society or group.

Question 10

Commutative Justice

Answer 10

This form of justice involves the relationship of one individual to another individual.

Question 11

Restorative Justice

Answer 11

This form of justice emphasizes healing the harm caused by wrong doing.

Question 12

Prayer

Answer 12

lifting up our minds and hearts to God, seen as a conversation with God.

Question 13

Saint

Answer 13

A name given in the New Testament to Christians generally but early restricted to persons who were eminent for holiness.