Spirit of Truth, Classic Edition > Grade 4 > Unit 4
Lesson 2: Does Freedom Mean Doing Whatever You Want, Whenever You Want?
The true meaning of freedom is the ability to choose one’s actions and direct them toward God.
The true meaning of freedom is the ability to choose one’s actions and direct them toward God.
Covenants establish trusting and loving relationships between God and mankind.
Divine revelation is the body of truths shown to us by God.
Scripture is proclaimed at every Mass.
The seventh through tenth commandments teach us to respect what belongs to others, tell the truth, and not desire things which belong to others.
The story of creation in Genesis is not meant to be science, but rather it communicates important truths about God and humanity.
Jesus fulfills the priesthood of the Old Testament and of Melchizedek by offering Himself on the Cross for the sins of all.
The Ten Commandments state the requirements to love God and our neighbor.
God chose a people, the people of Israel descended from Abraham, to reveal Himself to and task with sharing His love and plan of salvation with the entire world.
All Scripture is inspired by God, who is the primary author of Scripture.
We can know God’s love from the beauty of creation.
Jesus helps us understand the Ten Commandments, and provided the example for the New Commandment.
God made Adam and Eve in His image and likeness to live out the roles of priest, prophet, king, son or daughter of God, and spouse.
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.
The first three commandments are the fundamental requirements for loving God.