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The Unexpected Guests: What the Shepherds Teach Us About Jesus’ Birth

Click here for Daily Readings “Let us go, then, to Bethlehem to see this thing that has taken place, which the Lord has made known to us.” ~ Lk 2:15b I can’t say I have something insightful to share but I take the opportunity to ponder on the visit by the shepherds. I the nativity…

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Spiritual Checkup: Lesson in Humility Through Zechariah’s Story

Click here for Daily Readings “Immediately his mouth was opened, his tongue freed, and he spoke blessing God.” ~ Lk 1:64 I don’t know about you but I find it interesting how nonchalant we are about the birth of John the Baptist. How often do you encounter a video of a protestant debating this story?…

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The Herod Within: A Struggle Between Control and Faith

Click here for Daily Readings But Herod said, “John I beheaded. Who then is this about whom I hear such things?” And he kept trying to see him. ~ Lk 9:7 It’s said that Emperor Augustus joked about Herod Antipas saying “It’s better to be Herod’s pig than his son.” (Macrobius, Saturnalia, 2:4:11) Herod was…

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Trusting God’s Call: Lessons from ‘The Chosen’ and the Apostles’ Mission

Click here for Daily Readings Then they set out and went from village to village proclaiming the Good News and curing diseases everywhere. ~ Lk 9.6 I have heard this Gospel many times but I never paid much attention to its implications until I binge watched “The Chosen” and experienced their portrayal of this account…

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Two Simple Things That Make You Part Of Jesus’ Family

Click here for Daily Readings He said to them in reply, “My mother and my brothers are those who hear the word of God and act on it.” ~Lk 8:21 Before sharing my reflection, I thought starting with a quick side note. If you have listened to any Christian debates or apologetics, you’ll know that…

Living Your Faith: Behaviors Demonstrate Your Beliefs

Living Your Faith: Behaviors Demonstrate Your Beliefs

Click here for Daily Readings Today, I finish the week by focusing on verse 21 of chapter 6 in the Gospel of Matthew: “For where your treasure is, there also will your heart be.” Mt 6:21 Where Is Your Treasure? Reflecting on this verse reminds me of my days immersed in personal and leadership development…

Deepening Your Faith, A Contemplative Exercise On The Lord's Prayer

Deepening Your Faith: A Contemplative Exercise On The Lord’s Prayer

Click here for Daily Readings “In praying, do not babble like the pagans, who think that they will be heard because of their many words.” ~ Mt 6:7 Today, the Gospel of Matthew, chapter six, verses seven through 15 is where Jesus teaches us to pray by introducing the Lord’s Prayer. Instead of a traditional…

The Secret to Spiritual Growth: Why Intentions Matter More Than Actions

The Secret to Spiritual Growth: Why Intentions Matter More Than Actions

Click Here For Daily Readings “Take care not to perform righteous deeds in order that people may see them; otherwise, you will have no recompense from your heavenly Father.” ~ Mt 6:1 Today, I continue diving into the Gospel of Matthew, chapter 6, verses 1-6 and 16-18. In these passages, Jesus shares with us a…