"Your Word, Lord, is truth." † John 17:17
Alleluia.Blessed are those who are persecuted for righteousness’ sake, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven.Alleluia. The Kingdom of Heaven belongs not to those who avoid every hardship, but to those who remain faithful to Christ when following Him comes at a cost. Jesus reminds us that living the Gospel may sometimes bring misunderstanding, rejection, … Read more
Response: “I kill and I make alive.” (Deuteronomy 32:39c) These words remind us that God alone is Lord over all life. They are not spoken to inspire fear, but to awaken trust. The One who judges is also the One who restores. The God who allows us to experience the consequences of sin is the … Read more
“What shall a man give in return for his life?” There are moments in the Gospel when the words of Jesus are so direct that they leave little room for compromise. Today’s passage is one of them. Standing before His disciples, Jesus does not promise comfort, popularity, or an easy road. Instead, He speaks of … Read more