In the midst of drought, judgment, and personal anguish, the prophet Jeremiah cries out to God. His lament is raw. He says, “Woe is me… everyone curses me” (Jer 15:10). He pleads for God to remember him. He confesses that he stayed away from the company of mockers. He asks why his pain never ends…
Our minds are powerful, shaping everything we do, yet they are often a battlefield we ignore. Distractions and temptations trouble us, but Word of God shows us that the path to victory starts from within. As St. Paul says, “We destroy arguments and every proud obstacle raised up against the knowledge of God, and we…
Are you wondering about the path God has planned for your life? Do doubts or questions linger in your heart about where you’re called to love and serve? This article invites you to explore the beauty of vocational discernment within the Catholic Church, guiding you through the three states of life—consecrated, married, and single—with a…
Embarking on a serious spiritual journey demands vigilant guardianship over the mind. This practice is called Spiritual Fencing. It is the deliberate act of consciously occupying the mind to ensure we control our thoughts, rather than letting them control us. This discipline is vital in the early stages of a spiritual journey. The mind serves as the battleground for growth in holiness or vulnerability to straying.
Before you begin, take a moment to reflect on your own feelings and experiences. This assessment is designed to help you gently explore whether there are emotional wounds in your life that may need attention or healing. There are no right or wrong answers—just honest ones. Your courage to look within is the first step…
What Are Emotional Wounds? Emotional wounds are inner hurts or traumas that result from painful experiences, neglect, or mistreatment—often leaving invisible scars on our hearts and minds. Unlike physical wounds, emotional wounds are not immediately visible, but their impact can shape our thoughts, feelings, behaviors, and relationships for years—even a lifetime. These wounds are part…
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