The author expresses concern about the pervasive negativity and racism seen in society, particularly within political groups. They reflect on the decline of decency and kindness, highlighting the disconnect between words and true intentions. Citing religious teachings, they urge for introspection and repentance, lamenting the current moral state of people.
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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.
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.
Coming to Our Senses
The author reflects on "The Parable of the Lost Son," drawing parallels to personal experiences and societal issues. Highlighting modern challenges like employee irresponsibility, the author emphasizes the need for divine guidance and personal accountability. By returning to God, individuals can find forgiveness, responsibility, and a transformative path toward a fulfilling life.
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 …
Making the Right Choices: Lessons from Jesus
I finished my last post with a passage from the book of James about how God does not tempt us to see if we will resist. Even Satan cannot force us to sin. We have a choice. We decide what choice we will make. What’s the best way to make the right choice? The answer …
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Recognizing Satan’s Deception in Our Lives
The post discusses the deceptive nature of sin and temptation, emphasizing that what may initially appear pleasurable can lead to guilt and destruction. It highlights the influence of society and Satan in promoting sinful behaviors, asserting that moral decisions boil down to right or wrong. Ultimately, individuals have the power to choose their actions.
The Ethics of Playing God in Healthcare – Part 1
What happens when people try to play God? Does one trump the other? Who wins? Last week the CEO of United Healthcare, Brian Thompson was assassinated in New York City on his way to the annual shareholders meeting. While it is still not known who the assassin is and what the motive behind this attack …
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Why We Need More Fathers Like Joseph Today
I've been thinking about Joseph lately. Joseph is the husband of Mary and the stepfather of Jesus, who never speaks a word anywhere in Scripture. We don't know much about him except that "he was a righteous man." We could also use more like him in our world today. Matthew 1:18-25, talks about how the …
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