What is Christian living?
Christian living is the daily practice of the teachings of Jesus Christbased on the principles of faithlove and charity. It is the way in which Christians live their lives according to the precepts of the Bible and church tradition. Christian living involves the search for holiness, the practice of prayer, participation in the sacraments and community life.
The importance of Christian living
A vivência cristã é essencial para o crescimento espiritual e a maturidade na fé. É através da vivência dos ensinamentos de Cristo que os cristãos se tornam verdadeiros discípulos e testemunhas do Evangelho. A vivência cristã também é fundamental para a construção de uma sociedade mais justa e fraterna, baseada nos valores do Kingdom of God.
Elements of Christian living
Christian living includes the practice of charity, justice, mercy and the forgiveness. It also involves reading and meditating on the Word of God, participating in the liturgy and the life of the ecclesial community, serving those most in need and constantly seeking conversion and sanctification.
Challenges of Christian living
Despite being a path of grace and blessing, Christian living also faces challenges and difficulties. Temptation, sin, persecution and indifference are obstacles that Christians need to overcome in order to live according to God's will. Perseverance in faith and trust in divine providence are fundamental to facing these challenges.
Witness to Christian life
The witness of Christian living is the way in which Christians demonstrate the fruits of their faith to the world. It is through the witness of a coherent and authentic life that Christians attract other people to the Gospel and to the community of faith. Witnessing to Christian life is the responsibility and mission of all Christ's disciples.
