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 the things that are behind, and stretching forth myself to those that are before' (Philip iii. 12, 13).

'''2. Why should we endeavor to become more and more virtuous? '''

Because man is only good, and pleasing to God, inasmuch as he is virtuous.

'''3. In what does Christian virtue consist? '''

Christian virtue, in general, consists in the perseverance of the will, and in its constant exertions to do what is acceptable to God.

'''4. How is Christian virtue divided with regard to its origin? '''

Into infused and acquired virtue.

'''5. What is infused virtue? '''

Virtue is called infused, inasmuch as it is a gift of God, which together with sanctifying grace is imparted to the soul, in order to qualify and dispose us for the practice of supernatural virtues — i.e., for the performance of such pious actions as are worthy of life everlasting (Rom. V. 5).

6. Which virtues are chiefly infused into the soul?

The three Theological Virtues: Faith, Hope, and Charity.

'''7. Why are they called 'Theological Virtues'? '''

Because they come directly from, and directly relate to, God.

'''8. When should we make Acts of Faith, Hope, and Charity? '''

We should make them frequently, but especially, 1. In great temptations against these virtues; 2. When we receive the Holy Sacraments; and 3. When we are in danger of losing our life, or on our death-bed.

'''9. How may we make Acts of Faith, Hope, and Charity? '''