At that time the disciples came to Jesus and asked, “Who, then, is the greatest in the kingdom of heaven? He called a little child to him, and placed the child among them. And he said: “Truly I tell you, unless you change and become like little children, you will never enter the kingdom of heaven.Continue reading “The Greatest In The Kingdom of Heaven”
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We Must Be Different
These are the words of Jesus according to the Gospel of John, “If the world hates you, keep in mind that it hated me first. If you belong to the world, it would love you as its own. As it is, you do not belong to the world, but I have chosen you out ofContinue reading “We Must Be Different”
The Lord’s Prayer
Jesus’ disciples as well as other followers ask Jesus to teach them to pray. The Lord’s Prayer: “Our Father in heaven” The word “father” conjures up different feelings for different people: a loving advisor, treasured friend, faithful provider–to name but a few. Then there are those who might say, “If He’s anything like myContinue reading “The Lord’s Prayer”
We Can Find Joy
As you recalled this past Sunday we lite the third candle for Advent which is called Joy. This week, we have heard from the Apostle Paul, writing in his very first letter to the Thessalonians—the earliest piece of writing in the New Testament. What is the subject of Paul’s letter to the earliest Christian community? Joy.Continue reading “We Can Find Joy”