The story of Genesis reveals a profound truth: our BEING, as the image of God (Imago Dei), shapes our DOING. In the Garden of Eden, Eve’s BEING was rooted in her identity as created in God’s image (Gen 1:26-27). Yet, the serpent’s illusion shifted her focus to DOING—eating the forbidden fruit to become “like God”…
The story of Genesis 3 reveals the devil’s cunning strategy to distort human identity through a powerful illusion. This illusion, a deceptive perception that obscures truth and manipulates desires, was strikingly effective in the Garden of Eden. The devil convinced Eve that she lacked something essential, leading her to disobey God in pursuit of a…
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…
This challenge is for those who have attended TAPPING (Season 1) and have learnt the POWER Meditation. Itprovides a framework for Power Meditation, offering daily Gospel passages, contexts, and two qualities of Jesus (Engages) to inspire interpersonal relationships. However, this is not a complete meditation. To do the meditation fully, one must respond to each…
Zacchaeus and His Desire to See Jesus In the Gospel of Luke, chapter 19, we meet Zacchaeus, a tax collector from Jericho who was driven by a deep desire to see Jesus. But what does it mean to “see”? Seeing, in this context, is more than a physical act—it is an experience, a profound encounter…
We often judge others based on our own perspective, missing the unseen struggles or intentions behind their actions. The Gospel account of Nicodemus visiting Jesus at night (Jn 3:1-21) offers a profound lesson in empathy, showing how Jesus met Nicodemus with understanding and grace rather than judgment. By exploring this encounter, we can learn to…
In the heart of Christian mysticism lies a transformative journey—a path of purification that leads the soul from the shadows of worldly attachments to the radiant embrace of divine union. At the forefront of this spiritual odyssey stands St. John of the Cross, a 16th-century Spanish mystic, Carmelite friar, and Doctor of the Church, whose…
Reconciliation is a beautiful way to mend broken relationships and heal hurting hearts. It shows God’s endless love, which always welcomes us back. Jesus Christ, who perfectly showed God’s love, gives us a clear example of how to reconcile with others. His approach is simple yet powerful, and we can follow it in our own…
Forgiveness is a gift we give not only to others but also to ourselves. When we hold onto anger or resentment, we carry a heavy burden that weighs down our hearts, trapping us in guilt and despair. Jesus teaches us that forgiving others is a path to freedom, a way to experience God’s mercy and…
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