Jesus gives a very clear example of what it means to be the light of the world in Matthew chapter 5. This example is seen in Mt. 5:43-48 which states, “You have heard that it was said, ‘You shall love your neighbor and hate your enemy.’ But I say to you, Love your enemies and... Continue Reading →
The Incarnation and the New Law of Grace
In sacred scripture we read that man was created he had a perfect relationship with God. Man is the pinnacle of creation, and God gave man everything. In return the Lord asked man not to each of one tree in the garden. Man did not listen, rebelled, and had to face the consequences of sin... Continue Reading →
Go and Bear Fruit
I chose you from the world, to go and bear fruit that will last, says the Lord.-John 15:16 Today's gospel reflection is taken from the antiphon before today's Gospel reading. Jesus makes a very direct point and simply says "Go and bear fruit that will last". It seems so easy, and yet so complicated at... Continue Reading →
Gospel Reflection: We all Need a Helper
Jesus said to his disciples: "When the Advocate comes whom I will send you from the Father, the Spirit of truth who proceeds from the Father, he will testify to me. And you also testify, because you have been with me from the beginning. "I have told you this so that you may not fall... Continue Reading →
Episode 7: Does discipleship matter? How do I make time to pray? Does God work even if one has no faith?
Listen to this week's episode here In this week's episode I answer listener questions that came in during the week. The first question asked if discipleship was really necessary, and isn't getting to Christ what is most important? The second question was in regard to prayer. This listener asked with time so limited is prayer... Continue Reading →
Importance of the Small Group
Aubrey Malphurs says “Disciple making does not end with a person’s conversion, however. It’s an ongoing process that encourages the believer to follow Christ and become more like Him[1].” With this taken into account we need to ask ourselves a question. What is the most effective way to make disciples? Do we get as many... Continue Reading →
Stuck on Stage One
Everything we do is done in stages. As an example we learn to crawl before walking, and walking before running. The point of a stage is to prepare for something more difficult in the future. It is the same with discipleship. In discipleship, there are three stages which are evangelize, disciple, and train. These three... Continue Reading →
The Word
"In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God, and the Word was God."- John 1:1 John 1:1, in my opinion, is one of the most beautiful passages in scripture. Jesus is described as "the Word" who became incarnate and dwelt among us. In referring to Jesus as the "Word" John is... Continue Reading →
Guest Post: Separated at Rebirth
Special thanks go out to Tyler Alexander for submitting this post as a Guest Blogger. Please check out Tyler's blog at https://tyleralexander1986.wordpress.com. Thanks again Tyler, and God bless you! 1:Paul, a servant of Jesus Christ, called to be an apostle, separated unto the gospel of God, 2:(Which he had promised afore by his prophets... Continue Reading →
A Life of Devotion
What would Jesus Do? This phrase became very popular in the 1990’s and had the power of merchandising behind it. Christian Rock bands made songs by the title, T-shirts were made, and a bracelet that simply read “WWJD” was all the rage. Jesus is our ultimate example and this is echoed by Klaus Issler who... Continue Reading →