scripture questions

Question 1

The younger son’s return in the Parable of the Prodigal Son reflects…
(what happens in reconciliation in the Catholic Church).

Answer 1

1. Firstly, he shows contrition by…
   (feeling sorry for his actions and realising he has sinned).
2. Then, he confesses by…
   (admitting his sin openly to his father).
3. He shows penance when he…
   (offers to become a servant and make up for what he did).
4. Finally, he receives absolution when…
   (his father forgives him and celebrates his return).
5. This story teaches that…
   (God always welcomes us back when we are truly sorry, just like in the Sacrament of Reconciliation).

Question 2

The father forgives his son completely and without punishment. What does this teach us about God’s mercy in the Sacrament of Reconciliation?

Answer 2

. The father forgives his son completely, which shows that…
(God’s mercy is unconditional and full of love).

2. Even though the son made mistakes, the father still…
   (welcomed him home without punishment).
3. This teaches us that in reconciliation, God…
   (forgives us fully when we are truly sorry).
4. The parable shows that God’s mercy is about…
   (healing and love, not punishment).
5. It reminds Catholics that they can always…
   (return to God through reconciliation and be welcomed back with

Question 3

How does the parable show the importance of acknowledging our sins before receiving forgiveness?

Answer 3

1. The parable highlights the importance of acknowledging sins by…
   (showing the younger son confessing his mistakes to his father).
2. Before receiving forgiveness, the son admits…
   (“I have sinned against heaven and against you,” which shows true repentance).
3. This teaches us that God’s forgiveness requires…
   (sincere honesty and taking responsibility for our actions).
4. Without admitting our sins, we…
   (cannot fully receive God’s mercy or be healed).
5. The parable reminds us that acknowledging our faults is…
   (the first essential step toward reconciliation with God).