One of the major obstacles I faced during my journey back to God and the Catholic faith was the question of why God lets bad things happen. We have always been taught that God is good and God is love. Well, if that were true, then why do bad things happen? We hear that "Everything …
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Disconnect to Reconnect: Embracing God’s Peace
The secular world, influenced by distractions from technology, distances us from Jesus and true peace. Instead of finding joy in devices, we should seek spiritual fulfillment through the Bible and church. True happiness arises from God's presence, which surpasses earthly pleasures and embodies the essence of a contemplative life.
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.
Why We No Longer Hear About Heaven and Hell
The post discusses the lack of homilies on heaven and hell in modern Mass, suggesting that contemporary society avoids these topics to maintain a positive outlook. It emphasizes the importance of acknowledging these realities, warning that neglecting them could have eternal consequences, and stresses the urgency of preparing for judgment.
What If the Gospels Happened Today? A Modern Reflection
The post reflects on Jesus' guidance in our lives, comparing his interaction with the Apostles in John 21:1-19 to modern experiences. It highlights how we often ignore divine advice, believing we know better. Trusting Jesus' teachings leads to success and assurance that he is always present to guide us.
Why Ignoring Your Guardian Angel Can Lead to Trouble
Have you ever wondered if God has a limit to how many times He will let your guardian angel save you? Does there come a time when He says, "Okay, that's enough, this time it's time to let him go"? I was walking with my dog on Tuesday when I had a little mishap. We …
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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.
Understanding Moral Decline: A Journey Back to Faith
The author reflects on their journey back to faith, recognizing how cultural shifts since the 1970s have influenced moral perspectives. They discuss the erosion of trust in institutions, the normalization of immorality, and the influence of temptations from the devil. Ultimately, they emphasize the importance of resisting these temptations through faith.
The Didache: A Simplified Christian Guide
The author reminisces about early PC software and the learning process before online help manuals existed. They liken the experience of navigating software to learning Christianity, introducing "The Didache" as a simpler guide for new Christians. The Didache provides fundamental teachings contrasting the Way of Life and the Way of Death.
Rules, Rules, Everywhere are Rules
Let’s take some time to think about the rules the Catholic Church has that everyone hates. I’ll get to individual rules in detail at a later time but for now we’ll have a general discussion. Think about some of the things that the Catholic Church tells us we can’t do. We can’t have premarital sexual …
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