God's essence as 'to be' transcends human understanding, existing beyond the limits of human experience and language.
Authentic faith surpasses reason, delving into the realm beyond human understanding, embracing the mystery and darkness that lies beyond rationality.
God is both intimately close to individuals, closer than self, and infinitely superior, existing beyond human comprehension.
The essence of Christianity lies in the belief that God became human without ceasing to be divine, leading to the divinization of humanity and the world.
Humility, seen as being lost in a moment without self-concern, is the antidote to pride, the deadliest sin that darkens life and makes it heavy.
Heaven represents the ultimate friendship with God, where one transcends oneself in joy and beauty, while hell symbolizes the extreme self-centeredness and separation from God.
Love is not merely a feeling but an act of the will to seek the good of the other, requiring understanding, empathy, and selflessness.
Christianity views God as a play of persons - Father, Son, and Holy Spirit, embodying the concept that God is love, distinct from other religions.
The Catholic Church is not merely an organization but an interconnected organism of baptized individuals united around Christ in a mystical union.
The Pope symbolizes unity of the church globally, while a Bishop represents unity within a diocese, emphasizing organic unity over organization.
Bishops, as shepherds, use the crosier symbol to defend the church against threats and guide individuals back to the community, emphasizing protection and inclusion.
Rejecting the prosperity gospel, focusing on detachment from material wealth, and viewing success as a means to express love and serve others.
Embracing life's ups and downs, detaching from worldly concerns, and aiming to reside at the center of the 'wheel of fortune' for inner peace and spiritual connection.
Acknowledging the historical problem of sexual abuse, highlighting progress made in addressing it, and emphasizing the importance of transparency and accountability within institutions.
Celibacy involves redirecting energies into prayer, mysticism, and ministry, enhancing life and promoting health and happiness.
Evil, though incomprehensible, can nudge humanity towards progress and good, even if its purpose may not always be apparent.
The church, following Christ's example, delves into suffering and injustice, offering a theological response to the problem of evil.
The presence of immense suffering, including animal suffering, raises doubts about an infinitely good God, a challenge addressed by Thomas Aquinas.
Critiquing naturalism's ability to explain phenomena solely through natural causes, questioning the need for transcendent causes like Aquinas' motion and causality.
Viewing the universe's intelligibility and beauty as evidence of a creator imbuing the world with order and purpose, reflecting theological insights.
Christianity emphasizes Jesus as a real person who lived, died, and was resurrected, not merely an archetype or myth, highlighting the importance of historical details.
The Bible encompasses various genres like poetry, history, gospel, and apocalyptic literature, reflecting different voices and human instruments through which God speaks.
The Declaration of Independence's acknowledgment of rights endowed by a creator suggests a Christian influence on America's founding principles.
Nietzsche's proclamation of 'God is dead' led to totalitarianism and moral decay, emphasizing the importance of God in maintaining societal values and equality.
Every act of the will aims at a higher good, culminating in seeking friendship with God, the supreme good.
Using new media like social platforms to spread the gospel beyond traditional Christian circles to engage with broader cultural dialogues.
Focusing on answering fundamental questions like the existence of God, suffering, religion choice, and LGBTQ+ issues in youth education programs.
Affirming the church's stance on marriage as a union with both unitive and procreative finalities, rooted in natural order.
Supporting the sanctity of life from conception and opposing abortion as the killing of the innocent, emphasizing respect and protection.
Discover your talents as gifts from God and use them to benefit others, not for personal gain or fame.
Acknowledging fear of death as an unknown limit that captivates artists, writers, and philosophers daily.
Life's meaning is derived from growing in love and becoming more radiant with divine presence.
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