Scripture & Theology
‘Let Him Who Is without Sin. . .’
This familiar story in Scripture illuminates the merciful nature of Jesus, even when we are sinners.
The Seven Deadly Sins
The seven deadly sins feed on each other, turning us toward ourselves. And they are deadly.
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St. Peter’s Regret: A Lesson for Us All
Jesus showed his friend the way from regret to healing. He can do the same for us.
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‘Speak Out for Those Who Cannot Speak’
This verse in Proverbs reveals God’s call to advocate for those who suffer injustice. Scripture provides a distinct call: We should advocate for those who are ignored and overlooked in our society.
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Making Sense Out of Scripture
Scripture provides a number of straightforward teachings about how a disciple of Jesus is to live, but there are less clear lessons too.
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Acting on the Beatitudes
This friar points to three ways we can better understand and live the joy of the beatitudes in our everyday lives.
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House Churches in the New Testament
The New Testament provides several other references to house churches. These were evidently family homes where early believers would gather and ponder the life and message of Jesus.
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