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READ MT 16:21-27 Jesus began to show his disciples that he must go to Jerusalem and suffer greatly from the elders, the chief priests, and
Much of society emphasizes external appearance. That says nothing about who the real person is within himself. And that is ultimately what God judges.
Most of us are not called to proclaim the gospel of Jesus full time as apostles, but we can bring people into touch with Jesus.
Practice without faith conviction is useless. But at the same time, belief without appropriate practice is meaningless.
Love is willing and doing–willing and doing what is good for my neighbor and myself; willing and doing what God wants done for those he loves.
The invitation is indeed freely given by God, but it has to be properly accepted by those to whom it is addressed. Mere admission to the kingdom is no guarantee of staying in it.
Matthew sees Jesus as a new Moses, who went up the mountain to teach the new Law and envisioned a relationship of mutual respect and responsibility for all in the Church community.
On the brink of election season, it already feels like the tension in our country has reached a peak unparalleled in my lifetime.
Riches can distract from God, cut us off from others, and lead to a life of selfishness. Salvation of the rich can only come about by some kind of miracle, through the intervention of God.
Wealth and resources interfere with gaining eternal life. Giving away our resources has to be part of our Christian spirituality.
