St. John of the Cross, a 16th-century Spanish mystic, wrote about the soul’s journey to God through a process called purgation—a purification that prepares us to love God fully. His ideas, found in books like The Dark Night of the Soul, can feel complex, but they offer deep wisdom for anyone seeking a closer relationship…
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…
When Jesus hung on the cross, He cried out, “My God, my God, why have you forsaken me?” (Matthew 27:46). At first glance, these words might make it seem like Jesus felt abandoned or that His mission had failed. Some people might even wonder if He was doubting God in His final moments. But the…
In the book Power in TAPPING, one encounters a profound method of personal communion with God. TAPPING, an acronym stands for Thanksgiving, Adoration, Pardon, Praise, Intercession, New Life, and Good Action. It offers a structured yet deeply personal approach to prayer. This approach fosters spiritual renewal and growth. Among its seven steps, washing oneself daily…
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 our…
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…
As a Catholic priest, it is both a duty and a privilege to address the reality of spiritual warfare in the life of the faithful. The Church has always taught that the devil and his demons are real spiritual beings who seek to lead souls away from God. While we must avoid an unhealthy fascination…
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…
My Most Beloved Lord, I thank and praise You for Your inspiring words. May my heart remain open to understand the depths of their meaning. Engage: Dearest Lord, today I see You visiting the home of Martha and Mary. They welcomed You warmly and served You with love. But when Martha came to voice her…
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