Anything that usurps God as our primary focus becomes an idol. Trinity Sunday is a timely reminder that there the Lord is God and that there is not other.
Although Jesus’ words about love is the most often quoted in the Bible, it is often misunderstood. The true interpretation of love is that it endures and it is decision, rather than dependent on our emotions.
Those of us who are called to shepherd others — whether we’re parents, teachers, or priests are called to protect and defend the flock in our midst, and if necessary, admonish.
The legacy of the Miracle of Lourdes is more than the physical healing that has and continues to take place there — it’s profound supplication, that because we are all “spiritual lepers”, we are all in need of healing in body, mind, and spirit.
Christians unknowingly substitute innovations and gimmicks in Christian worship, rather than focusing on the sound doctrine and proper worship — especially the Eucharist — and which is the Body and Blood of Christ.