The family, often considered the cornerstone of society, has undergone significant transformations in recent decades. Shifting societal norms, evolving family structures, and changing roles within households have prompted the Catholic Church to engage in a profound dialogue about its teachings and responses to these shifts. The Family Synod stands as a pivotal moment in this …
(The Tool for Framing your World) Reference: Ephesians 6:11-13, Hebrews 11 “By FAITH we understand that the WORLDS were FRAMED BY THE WORD OF GOD, SO THAT the THINGS which are SEEN were NOT MADE of things which are VISIBLE.” Heb 11:3 NKJV The Word of God serves as the ultimate tool for framing the …
(The Reality of the Word) Reference: John 17 “Sanctify them by the truth; your WORD IS TRUTH.” John 17:17 NIV The Word of God is Truth, not merely a truth subject to change or circumstances. Unlike scientific hypotheses that may evolve with time, God’s Truth stands independently, unaffected by external factors. In the prayer recorded …
(The Voice of God is the Word of God) Reference: Genesis 3:1-8, Psalm 29 “And they heard the VOICE OF GOD walking in the garden in the cool of the day: and Adam and his wife hid themselves from the presence of the Lord God amongst the trees of the garden. And the Lord God …
(Purpose and Result-Oriented) Reference: Isaiah 55:8-12 “So shall my word be that goeth forth out of my mouth: IT SHALL NOT RETURN UNTO ME VOID, but it shall accomplish that which I please, and it shall prosper in the thing whereto I sent it.” Isaiah 55:11 KJV God initiates a profound journey with the Prophet …
(Understanding the Significance of God’s Word – His Commitment to You) Reference: Jeremiah 1:1-12, Isaiah 55:8-12 “Then the Lord said to me, ‘You’ve observed well, for I am ALERT AND ACTIVE, WATCHING OVER MY WORD TO BRING IT TO FRUITION.’” Jeremiah 1:12 AMP Without comprehending the essence of the Word of God or its true …
(The Reality and Certainty of Desired Results by the Word of God) Reference: 2 Peter 1:16-21, Isaiah 40:1-9 “We HAVE also A MORE SURE WORD OF PROPHECY; whereunto ye do well that ye take heed, as unto a light that shineth in a dark place, until the day dawn, and the day star arise in …
“Wherein I suffer trouble, as an evil doer, EVEN UNTO BONDS; BUT THE WORD OF GOD IS NOT BOUND.” – 2 Timothy 2:9 (KJV) In his poignant and final letter to his spiritual son Timothy, the Apostle Paul poured out his heart, sharing profound truths in what can be aptly named the testament of a …
Christmas, a celebration that transcends religious boundaries, is a time of joy, reflection, and togetherness for millions around the globe. For the Catholic Church, Christmas holds profound significance as the commemoration of the birth of Jesus Christ. Over the centuries, the celebration has undergone changes, both in the secular and religious realms. In this article, …