In Christian anthropology, the human soul possesses faculties that reflect the imago Dei. St. Augustine, in De Trinitate (Book X), describes memory, intellect, and will as a trinitarian analogy for the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. Memory stores divine truths. Intellect understands them. Will chooses to act in love. St. Ignatius of Loyola, in his…
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…
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…
The devil’s strategy is not only to tempt us into sin but to trap us in discouragement afterward, convincing us we’re beyond God’s mercy. Sin is his bait; despair is his goal. Yet, Scripture reveals a God who forgives endlessly when we return with sincere repentance. By understanding this, we can rise quickly after a…
In Part 1, we explored the seven principles of Vox Divini Meditation, which guide you to meditate on the Gospels in a way that transforms you to be more like Jesus. These principles, summed up in the word WALKING, help you focus on Christ’s character and live out His love, kindness, and humility. Now, let’s…
The Spiritual Exercises, a structured form of retreats popularized by St. Ignatius of Loyola, were a cornerstone of St. John Bosco’s apostolic vision and the mission of the Salesian Congregation he founded. In Don Bosco’s era, the term “Spiritual Exercises” was the prevalent expression for organizing retreats—periods of prayer, meditation, and instruction aimed at fostering…
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