The subject of pride vs. self-esteem in the spiritual sense is something, in my personal experience, that is glossed over in many of our churches and Christian schools. Sure, if you straight-up asked someone if they valued mental health, of course, they would answer yes. The Bible not only calls us to love others, but … Continue reading Pride or Self-Esteem?
“And the Lord said, Simon, Simon, behold, Satan hath desired to have you, that he may sift you as wheat: But I have prayed for thee, that thy faith fail not: and when thou art converted, strengthen thy brethren.” (Luke 22:31-32) James 5:16 says, “The prayer of a righteous man availeth much.” This is a … Continue reading Jesus Praying for Peter
October 31, 1517, was probably not much different from any other day in Wittenberg, Germany. People were milling about the city, going through their daily routines. Children were running off to school to learn their lessons. Adults were on their way to work or to attend mass at the local church. Maybe some of them … Continue reading The True Treasure of the Church (1)
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