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All three of the Synoptic Gospels (Matthew, Mark and Luke) record Jesus? words that all of His followers must ?carry their cross?. Like it or not, suffering is an essential element of the Christian life. Just as Our Lord carried … Continue reading →

One of the biggest frustrations experienced by Bible-reading Christians, is repeatedly listening to Jesus emphasize the importance of possessing a strong faith. There are numerous references in Sacred Scripture where Our Lord attributes answered prayer to having a strong faith. … Continue reading →

On tonight’s Following The Truth radio program, I read the account of Jesus and the two blind men (Mt 9:27-31). When the men approached Jesus and asked for healing, Our Lord replied, “Do you believe that I can do this?” … Continue reading →

Lately, I’ve noticed that it is impossible to read a newspaper or turn on the television without hearing allegations about various incidents of priestly abuse. While many of these crimes were committed several years ago, new allegations of “cover ups” … Continue reading →

While doing my nightly radio show on BlogTalkRadio this evening, I was discussing the Parable of the Builders: Everyone who listens to these words of mine and acts on them will be like a wise man who built his house … Continue reading →

…will be exalted. (Lk 14:11) Our Lord’s words remind of us the importance of humility to the Christian. When we look at the life of Jesus, we see evidence of one humiliation after another. If we are to follow in … Continue reading →

Are you in need of a daily dose of Catholicism? Would you like some help keeping on the road that will one day lead to Heaven? Every Monday thru Friday at 8 PM Eastern and Sunday at 2 PM Eastern, … Continue reading →

St. Paul tells us that he “rejoices in his suffering” (Col 1:24) and St. Teresa of Avila stated that “suffering is a great favor”. While we’re in the midst of suffering, however, it’s very difficult to look at its positive … Continue reading →

Jesus Christ is the same yesterday, today, and forever. (Hebrews 13:8) When we read about Our Lord in the Bible and contemplate the miracles that He performed, we sometimes wish He was still available for consultation. If only we could … Continue reading →

By faith Abraham obeyed when he was called to go out to a place that he was to receive as an inheritance; he went out, not knowing where he was to go. (Heb 11:8) He woke up, rebuked the wind, … Continue reading →