In an article, we explored the subtle strategy of temptation employed by the evil one, as revealed in Genesis 3. This strategy unfolds through four stages: breaking boundaries, introducing an external element, affecting convictions, and causing individuals to forget their true identity. Now, let us examine the consequences of these illusions, which lead to a…
Imagine having a circle of friends who are always ready to listen, guide, and inspire you—friends who have walked the path of holiness and now dwell in God’s presence. Saints and angels are not distant figures confined to statues or stories; they are living companions eager to journey with us. As St. Thérèse of Lisieux…
If you’re involved in deliverance ministry as a Christian, you know it’s not just about praying for others—it is a battlefield. The devil doesn’t sit back and applaud our good deeds or the virtues we have worked hard to build. He is on the lookout for any weak spot he can exploit, especially lust and…
Some people ask: “Doesn’t the Bible say, ‘Call no one your father on earth’ (Matthew 23:9)? Why do Catholics call priests ‘father’?” Let’s break this down logically. 1. Jesus Wasn’t Banning the Word “Father” – He Was Condemning Pride In Matthew 23, Jesus is criticizing prideful religious leaders who loved showing off. They demanded special…
In the spiritual life, many of us find ourselves caught in a frustrating and disheartening cycle: we fall into sin, rise again through repentance, and strive to stay strong, only to fall once more. This cycle of falling, renewal, and falling again can leave us feeling trapped, discouraged, and distant from God. We often delay…
In pastoral ministry, it is not uncommon to encounter individuals who describe unsettling experiences, such as feeling an evil presence, a heavy weight on their chest, or even the sensation of being choked. These experiences can be deeply distressing and often lead people to wonder whether they are under demonic attack. As Catholics, we must…
Engage I thank You, Jesus, for Your divine words. Help me, Lord, to understand what You are speaking to me through Your precious words. My dear beloved Lord, today I see a young man coming to You with all his goodwill, desiring to inherit eternal life. But, Lord, You told him that he lacked one…
Evil often enters our lives in subtle ways that we do not immediately notice. Just as a thief sneaks in through an unlocked door, demons look for gaps in our spiritual defenses.
A common critique raised by Muslim scholars and others questions whether Jesus Christ fulfilled the Old Testament prophecy He Himself referenced: “For as Jonah was three days and three nights in the belly of the great fish, so will the Son of Man be three days and three nights in the heart of the earth”…
Peter’s denial of Jesus was a profound failure. Despite his earlier declarations of loyalty, Peter succumbed to fear and denied knowing Jesus three times. Yet, even in Peter’s failure, Jesus did not abandon him. After His resurrection, Jesus sought out Peter, not to condemn him, but to restore him. This act of mercy is a powerful reminder that no matter how far we may fall, Jesus is always ready to welcome us back.
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