Faith & Life Grade 7 · Chapter 24 · Sin and Mankind
Three Conditions for Mortal Sin
For a sin to be mortal, three things must all be true: the matter is grave, the person knows it is seriously wrong, and the person freely chooses it anyway (CCC 1857-1859). If any one is missing, the sin is not mortal, though it may still be venial.
Explore the idea
Read each case and decide which answer fits. These cases are simplified for learning; real situations are best brought to a priest in Confession.
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Discuss the connection
Why do you think the Church says all three conditions must be present for a sin to be mortal? How does this show both God’s justice and His fairness?
An original interactive exercise for Faith & Life Grade 7, Chapter 24 (“Sin and Mankind”). Grounded in Scripture and the Catechism of the Catholic Church.