He Is Risen: God’s Mercy and the Resurrection Appearances of Jesus | Fr. Jordan Schmidt, O.P.
Jun 5, 2024
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Fr. Jordan Schmidt, O.P., discusses God's mercy and the resurrection appearances of Jesus, exploring misconceptions of mercy, God's merciful love in the Old Testament, and how His mercy restores relationships. The podcast delves into the significance of Christ's resurrection appearances, the necessity of His resurrection for salvation, and the role of trust in Jesus for salvation.
The resurrection appearances of Jesus manifest God's mercy by strengthening faith and restoring relationships.
Divine mercy, depicted in the post-resurrection appearances, aims to elevate believers towards supernatural ends by removing spiritual deficiencies.
Deep dives
Manifestation of Mercy in Resurrection Appearances
The resurrection appearances of Jesus Christ serve as manifestations of God's mercy by reinforcing faith and elevating understanding. Through appearing to his disciples after the resurrection, Jesus strengthens their faith and restores their relationship with Him. The resurrection appearances not only confirm the disciples' belief but also remove their spiritual deficiencies, serving as acts of divine mercy that elevate and perfect human nature.
Restoration and Elevating Effect of Divine Mercy
Divine mercy, as depicted in the resurrection appearances, involves restoration of faith and elevation of believers towards supernatural ends. Christ's merciful acts aim to remove spiritual defects and perfect faith, leading individuals towards their supernatural end. By instilling belief and joy in believers, the resurrection appearances not only restore but also elevate individuals, allowing them to attain their supernatural end.
Ecclesial Dimensions in Resurrection Appearances
In the post-resurrection appearances, the ecclesial dimensions of divine mercy are evident through the establishment and unifying effect on the Church. The appearance and actions of Christ, such as commissioning Peter and giving the Holy Spirit to the community, play a central role in confirming and strengthening the ecclesial body, emphasizing cooperation and unity in the Church.
Necessity of Christ's Resurrection for Salvation
The necessity of Christ's resurrection for salvation ties into God's larger plan for humanity's restoration and eternal life. Christ's resurrection is deemed necessary in the context of divine mercy and justice, as it enables believers to attain supernatural ends and confirms God's will for salvation. The resurrection serves as a pivotal event, aligning with God's plan for human redemption and eternal life.