Freedom, Conscience and the Moral Act

Freedom, Conscience and the Moral Act

1. freedom

   • limited by unique circumstances of each person
   • not doing whatever one wants, but what it morally correct
     • not doing what we ought makes us slaves to sin
   • gift from God

2. conscience

   • practical application of objective law
     • concrete circumstances

3. love

   • free gift of oneself leading to self mastery
   • self giving
     • overcoming laziness, selfishness, sensuality, etc.