Religion 1st test Flashcards
(11 cards)
Gospel
the first four books of the New Testament; they provide a historical account of the life, mission, death, and resurrection of Jesus
Disciple
A personal follower of Jesus
Trinity
the central mystery of the Christian faith: the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit
Morality
-Choosing good over evil, showing our love to God, others and self
Parable
Stories Jesus told to teach a deeper moral truth or lesson
Doctrine
-Teachings that contain revealed truths; beliefs of the Church
Common Good
what is good for all people so they can lead healthy and safe lives
Conscience
God’s gift, deep in our hearts and minds, that helps us know right from wrong
Objective Truth
-God’s word consists of absolute truths that are true for all people at all
times
Moral decision making model
Helps us make decisions that guide conscience and
the intellect in determining a course of action oriented to the good
Magisterium
the teaching office of the Church, exercised through the authority of the
Pope and all the Bishops, who provide guidance about our faith