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Click here for Daily Readings Today, I once again use the Gospel as the basis for my reflection. Specifically, I’m using the first two verses of the Gospel of Matthew, chapter 5, verses 43 and 44. Jesus’ Challenge In these verses, Jesus says to his disciples: “You have heard that it was said, ‘You shall…
Click here for Daily Readings “But I say to you, offer no resistance to one who is evil. When someone strikes you on your right cheek, turn the other one to him as well.” ~ Mt 5:39 Today, I explore the Gospel of Matthew, chapter 5, verses 38 to 42, where Jesus introduces his version…
Click here for Daily Readings No one who remains in him sins. No one who sins has seen him or known him. ~ 1 Jn 3:6 The previous verse is what caught my attention, today. Whenever I encounter another person that claims to be Christian or a believer in God, I internally doubt it a…
Click here for Daily Readings “and as he watched Jesus walk by, he said, “Behold, the Lamb of God.” The two disciples heard what he said and followed Jesus.” ~ Jn 1:36-37 Today’s Gospel, highlighted for me a theme often overlooked in discussions about prophets, Jesus, and discipleship. It revolves around the notion of borrowing…
Click here for Daily Readings “Do not be amazed, then, brothers and sisters, if the world hates you.” ~ 1 Jn 3:13 In a world where political correctness often overshadows genuine beliefs, I can find myself navigating a faith-lite environment. A space where we claim certain beliefs but hesitate to express or live them fully…
Click here for Daily Readings “Then he opened their minds to understand the Scriptures.” ~ Lk 24:45 Today’s gospel shares Luke’s account of Jesus’ final teaching to his disciples and illuminating their understanding of the scriptures. This narrative not only highlights a miraculous encounter but also delves into the profound realization of divine intervention in…
Click here for Daily Readings “Jesus said to them, “Come, have breakfast.” And none of the disciples dared to ask him, “Who are you?” because they realized it was the Lord.” ~ Jn 21:12 In the quiet hours of our lives, amidst the routine and the mundane, there lies a whisper of something more, a…
Click here for Daily Readings “Peter said, “I have neither silver nor gold, but what I do have I give you: in the name of Jesus Christ the Nazorean, rise and walk.” ~ Acts 3:6 Today, I explore the healing of the crippled man as shared in Acts 3:1-10. In this scene, we witness a…
Click here for Daily Readings “Jesus said to her, “Stop holding on to me, for I have not yet ascended to the Father.” ~ Jn 20:17a Today, I reflect on Mary Magdalene’s experience at the tomb of Jesus, as retold in the Gospel of John 20:11-18. The Moment of Release In this passage, I picture…
Click here for Daily Readings “The soldiers took the money and did as they were instructed. And this story has circulated among the Jews to the present day.” ~ Mt 28:15 Today, I take the liberty of an artistic license and invite you to ponder with me the Gospel of Matthew 28:8-15, with an unconventional…