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Symbols of Mercy
Symbols of Mercy
By Rev. John H. Hampsch, C.M.F
A bible school teacher strove to impress upon the youngsters in her class the wonders of God’s forgiveness of our sins. To that end she quoted the passage from Isaiah 38:17; “You have cast all my sins behind your back.” But one perspicacious child challenged the teacher about this. “Even if my sins were put behind God’s back,” the little girl said, “he could still see them if he turned around.”
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Day 265 – Titus
Day 265 – Titus
By David Vermont
Today’s reading: Titus Today we read Paul’s letter to Titus. It has many similar themes as his letters to Timothy. Paul had sent Titus to Crete to lead the Christian community there.
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The Mysteries of the Rosary: The Third Joyful Mystery
The Mysteries of the Rosary: The Third Joyful Mystery
By Jonathan Hayes
We first see that Jesus was born in Jerusalem, the City of David, with a restatement from chapter 1 of Joseph’s lineage. This emphasizes what we originally saw in the 1st Joyful Mystery: that Jesus, as a result of being an adopted son of Joseph, will be not only within the house of David, but also a Son of David
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Day 264 – "For the Love of Money…."
Day 264 – "For the Love of Money…."
By David Vermont
Today’s reading: 1 Tim 6 Today we read the chapter with one of the most famous passages in scripture. For the love of money is a root of all kinds of evils. It is through this craving that some have wandered away from the faith and pierced themselves with many pangs. 1 Timothy 6:10
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Are You Praying or Simply Reciting Prayers?
Are You Praying or Simply Reciting Prayers?
By Zaid Kanafani
As someone who is in the process of converting to the Catholic Church, the prayers of the saints have been something I’ve cherished. Although I have yet to receive communion, the Church has been a part of my life since attending private, Catholic schools as an adolescent.
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A True Look At God
A True Look At God
By Rev. John H. Hampsch, C.M.F
In a kindergarten art session, the teacher asked a little girl what she was drawing. She answered that it was a picture of God. The teacher gently reminded the child that no one knows what God looks like. The moppet replied, “they will when I finish!”
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Day 263 – Double Honor and Apostolic Succession
Day 263 – Double Honor and Apostolic Succession
By David Vermont
Today’s reading: 1 Tim 5 In today’s reading, we see further evidence that the early Church already had leaders and a hierarchy.
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Despair and Presumption
Despair and Presumption
By Rev. John H. Hampsch, C.M.F
A nonresponse to the offer of God’s mercy can take either of two directions: despair or presumption. Both are forms of violation of the virtue of hope, by which we are to reach out to receive God’s proffered forgiveness and salvation.
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Day 262 – "… you will save both yourself and your hearers"
Day 262 – "… you will save both yourself and your hearers"
By David Vermont
Paul is continuing to encourage Timothy in his new role as Bishop of Ephesus. He reminds him of how to address some of the false notions that are being advocated. Then Paul basically tells Timothy to go in and take charge (but also set a good example) because he has divine authority.
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Are you searching for a relationship with Jesus?
Are you searching for a relationship with Jesus?
By Zaid Kanafani
Within every one of us, there is a question that takes a while to answer. I don’t believe there is a right or wrong response to what has been asked. The level of intimacy required to produce an honest response makes it impossible to answer incorrectly.
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Merciful Love
Merciful Love
By Rev. John H. Hampsch, C.M.F
Every day is "amnesty day" with God. He's more eager to forgive us our debts than we are eager to be forgiven. "You , O Lord, are good and forgiving, abounding in steadfast love to all who call on you" (Psalm 86:5).
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Day 261 – What is a bulwark?
Day 261 – What is a bulwark?
By David Vermont
Today we read 1st Timothy, chapter 3. The chapter starts out with Paul reminding Timothy of the qualifications for a Bishop. Paul says that Bishops should only be “the husband of one wife” and therefore this passage is often referenced in conversations about celibacy of the clergy. However, if we only focus on that aspect, we miss the more basic issue.
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A Subtle Approach to Jesus' Divinity in Scripture
A Subtle Approach to Jesus' Divinity in Scripture
By JP Nunez
Have you ever spoken with Jehovah’s Witnesses about the divinity of Jesus? If you have, then you know how frustrating it can be. It’s very difficult to show them that Jesus really is God, because they have ways of explaining away the passages that say so explicitly.
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Restoration
Restoration
By Rev. John H. Hampsch, C.M.F
We return and God restores. The restoration itself entails a dialogue, not merely a divine monologue. This marvelous process is mentally and spritually intoxicating to ponder at length, simply because it launches us into the fathomless realm of the infinite love of God. Granted, infinity is something that the human mind is incapable of encompassing.
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Day 260 – God Desires All Men to be Saved
Day 260 – God Desires All Men to be Saved
By David Vermont
Today we read Chapter 2 of Paul’s first letter to Timothy which contains the famous “one mediator” passage. It’s an absolutely great chapter the best parts of which are often missed because the perennial focus on “one mediator” tends to distract from the rest of the chapter.
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Day 259 – The Letter to Timothy
Day 259 – The Letter to Timothy
By David Vermont
Today we begin Paul’s letter to Timothy. The best date for this letter is that it was written between A.D. 62 and A.D. 67. It is written by Paul, to his traveling companion and friend Timothy. It has A LOT to say about the structure of the Church in the first century.
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3 Reasons You Should Still Give to the Poor (Whom You May Not Like)
3 Reasons You Should Still Give to the Poor (Whom You May Not Like)
By Ricardo Sawir
I often hear many times that as Catholics we must help others who are needy, such as beggars. I want to be specific that the help here is material things (money, food, etc). The practice is nothing new.
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