One of the most intriguing aspects of the Gospel narratives is Jesus’ repeated self-reference as the “Son of Man.” This title, while seemingly humble and ordinary, carries profound theological significance. To modern ears, the phrase may sound like a simple affirmation of Jesus’ humanity. But to His Jewish audience—and to attentive readers of Scripture—this was…
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…
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…
The veneration of images and statues has been a point of contention between Catholics and Protestants for centuries. Many Protestant brothers and sisters argue that the use of images in Catholic worship violates the First Commandment, which states: “You shall not make for yourself a carved image, or any likeness of anything that is in…
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…
We celebrate the feast of St. Joseph, a man who showed us how to live with love and courage even in confusing and painful times. Let’s learn from three beautiful qualities he practiced: 1. Mercy Over Revenge When Joseph learned Mary was pregnant, he must have felt deep hurt, betrayal, and confusion. According to Jewish…
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.
From 17th to 27th February 2025, a transformative retreat and training program was held at DDIDL. The program brought together 40 participants from various parts of India, with a significant representation from the Northeast region.
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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