The Catechism in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz) Day 100: God’s Word and Spirit
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Apr 10, 2023 AI Snips
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Hidden Mission of Word and Spirit
- The joint mission of the Word and Spirit, though hidden in the Old Testament, actively prepared for the Messiah's arrival.
- God revealed himself through theophanies, foreshadowing the Holy Spirit's power.
Exile as a Prefiguration of the Church
- The exile of the Israelites in Babylon prefigures the Church's position in the world.
- Christians are called to be distinct, not rebelling against or assimilating into the culture.
Prophetic Nature of Scripture
- Everything in the Old and New Testaments is considered prophetic by the Church.
- The Church views all those inspired by the Holy Spirit as prophets, including Gospel writers.