Lesson08/11

Suffering, resurrection, and ascension to heaven.

Entering into the Paschal mystery, the center of Christian faith and source of hope.

Estimated time: 10 min
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Love lasts until the end.

Jesus willingly gave his life in loving obedience to the Father and in solidarity with humanity. His death was a sacrifice of reconciliation, not because the Father desired suffering, but because of love that penetrated to the very consequences of sin to bring about salvation.

He has come back to life.

The resurrection is a real and transcendent event. Living with Jesus, who was crucified, now means experiencing a new state; the empty tomb and the appearances are signs for the disciples to recognize.

Key point

The resurrection confirms the identity and teachings of Jesus, frees us from sin, opens up new life, and guarantees the hope of the physical resurrection.

Scripture

Suggested reading: John 20:1-29. Observe the disciples' journey from confusion and searching to their profession of faith.

Reflection

How does the Paschal mystery help me view a present loss or failure with hope?

Practice

Choose one selfish habit to die and one new act of love to begin this week.

References

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