Spirit of Truth, Classic Edition > Grade 4 > Unit 6
Lesson 9: Living the Values of the Kingdom of God
As Catholics, we are called to build the Kingdom of God here on Earth.
As Catholics, we are called to build the Kingdom of God here on Earth.
Good moral decisions are guided by specific steps.
Jesus realized each of the beatitudes in his earthly life.
Baptism is the sacrament of regeneration through water and in the word.
The three artifacts of the Fall are darkened intellect, weakened will, and inclination toward sin.
As Catholics, we are called to build the Kingdom of God here on Earth.
The matter, form, minister, recipient, effects, and symbols of the Sacrament of Penance and Reconciliation.
Sin is “an utterance, a deed, or a desire contrary to the eternal law” that offends God.
There is continuity of the law from the Old Testament through the New Testament until the end of time.
Through Moses, God leads the Israelites to freedom from slavery in Egypt by parting the waters of the Red Sea and destroying Pharaoh’s army.
Justification cleanses us of sin and communicates God’s righteousness to us, making us inwardly just.
The Beatitudes teach us the character of the Christian life; they are “paradoxical promises” of hope.
Jesus fulfills the Old Testament role of prophet by doing God’s will, speaking God’s truth to the people, and revealing God to the people.
Prayer is a battle, and Scripture provides guidance for how to triumph.
Jesus taught us how to achieve perfect happiness in Heaven with God by living our purpose here on earth by following the Beatitudes.