There is a saying that wherever the child goes, the mom goes. If the child goes astray, one can feel the pain in the mother’s heart. If the son gets anxious because of things not turning out the way they should be, you can imagine the anxiety of the mother as well. If a child…
Comparisons
In our pursuit of happiness, we make the mistake of comparing ourselves to others. When people have more than we have, we think that they are happier than we are. If we have more than others, we think we are happier than them. However, the thing with comparing oneself to others is that we will…
Our Lady of Guadalupe
On Dec 9, 1531, our Lady appeared to Juan Diego at the Tepeyac Hill and asked that a Shrine be built. Juan Diego told the bishop, but he did not initially believe. He asked for a sign. On Dec. 12, the Virgin reappeared to Juan Diego and ordered him to collect roses in his tilmátli,…
From Doubt to Joy
In all our relationships, doubt always plays a part. There will be a time when: A lover will doubt whether his or her partner is faithful An employer will doubt whether his or her employee can be trusted A business partner will doubt whether the other partner is honest Even for a while, John the…
Prophets
Part of God’s love for us and His desire is that we are saved. He has sent prophets throughout our Salvation History. Prophets are people called by God to teach His commandments, warn against sin, and prophesy of the future. Some of the most known prophets in the Bible are: Noah, who spoke about the…
Uncertainty
In ordinary times, by this time of the year, we would have planned already for 2022. In our personal lives, we would have already determined the trips we would take, the milestones to be celebrated, the major projects to pursue, and the major purchases to be made. In our professional lives, we would plan the…
Truly Rich
As it was in the time of Jesus and as it is now, we think people who are materially rich are blessed people. If one has a nice house, that person is blessed. If one has a prosperous business, that person is blessed. If one holds a high position and is powerful, that person is…
Always Be Prepared
How many times have we wondered what is happening to the world? There is no more sense of right or wrong The good is persecuted and the evil is bold There is so much anxiety, fear, worry, and depression People do things that others do not expect them to do In fact, the next question…
Prayer of Faith
Mark 9: 14-29 During my initial exposure with the ministry of deliverance, I noticed that when the priests prayed, they did so with much conviction. I told myself, “As if they were talking to the devil itself.” Eventually, I shared this comment with the main priest doing the deliverance. He confirmed what I said, “Indeed…
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