In the parable of the ten lepers, only one returned to thank Jesus after being healed, leaving the fates of the other nine unknown. This prompts reflection on gratitude and living a life that honors God’s blessings. The author expresses a desire for deeper understanding of faith and emphasizes the importance of thankfulness.
Tag: Bible reflections
Martha, Martha, Martha
The gospel reading from Luke 10:38-42 contrasts Mary and Martha, highlighting differing approaches to serving Jesus. While Martha focuses on physical tasks, Mary engages spiritually. Jesus affirms Mary's choice, prompting reflection on balancing prayer and action. We must nurture our spiritual and physical needs to serve God effectively in life and beyond.
Understanding Jesus’ Gift of Peace
In John 14:27, Jesus offers a unique peace that transcends worldly understanding, emphasizing the importance of trusting in Him. This peace comes from faith in God’s control and the assurance of eternal life. Believers are encouraged to embrace this inner peace and share it with others despite external challenges.
Lessons from Jesus’ Arrival in Jerusalem
The post reflects on Palm Sunday, recalling Jesus' entry into Jerusalem and the people's initial welcome followed by betrayal. It suggests that today, societal values still prioritize materialism over faith, highlighting a lack of genuine love for neighbors. Despite modern indifference, Jesus' return and judgment remain imminent. Embrace Him now.
Forty Days, Forty Posts
Here we are in another Lenten season. For the last two years, I have not written much of anything, I have stopped attending Mass and I have almost (not quite) gone back to my pre-reversion ways. With everything that is going on in the world I have come to the realization that I better get …
Give Me Strength
I don't normally talk about my past other than to say I wasn't the best Catholic or Christian and I made a lot of bad choices. But the last few days have brought back some memories of when I was younger, mostly about my Dad. This past Tuesday my wife had a total hip replacement …
The Face of Jesus
I have previously written on how we never know when that person we help (or don't help as the case may be) might be Jesus. Like we are told in Matthew 25:45: "Truly, I say to you, as you did it not to one of the least of these, you did it not to me." But did …
Slow to Speak
The other day I played hooky from work, something I don't usually do. I had a bunch of things that needed doing that can only be done during the week so I spent the day driving from here to there and back again. One of my stops included a local Trappist monastery. While my visit …
Look for the Good
Do you have to listen to people complaining all day? They spend all day finding something wrong with everything. When they aren't complaining and pointing out things they perceive as wrong they are gossiping about someone. We all know at least one person like this, maybe even ourselves? Be honest now, haven't you done these things …
You Say You Want a Revelation
My apologies to John Lennon for using a line from one of his songs but I couldn't help it. I have been looking into the Book of Revelation over the last week or so and this line kept going through my head. I have always wondered about this book as it seems pretty scary until …
The Wayward Catholic 