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…

Striving For Holiness: The Radical Challenge of Loving Your Enemies

Striving For Holiness: The Radical Challenge of Loving Your Enemies

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…

Rediscovering Priorities: Nurturing the Divine Connection

Rediscovering Priorities: Nurturing the Divine Connection

Click here for Daily Readings Let what you heard from the beginning remain in you. If what you heard from the beginning remains in you, then you will remain in the Son and in the Father. ~ 1 Jn 2:24 Today, John reminds us to immerse ourselves in God’s Word despite the distractions life throws…

bible reflections - Letting Go of Attachments for Spiritual Fulfillment

Letting Go of Attachments for Spiritual Fulfillment

This reflection encourages aligning your life with God’s plan and to focus on spiritual fulfillment rather than worldly pursuits.
It suggests there is no need to make major sacrifices or deny oneself of fun and entertainment to follow God’s will but there’s is need to letting go of using worldly pursuits as the only means for happiness.