Bible
The Bible As God’s Self-Revelation
My adult nephew recently asked me: “How do I know that the Bible is the Word of God and not simply a collection of human writings? How do I know that the people who decided what belongs in the Bible didn’t simply include what they wanted?”
Can We Ever Take the Bible Literally?
When are we to take Scripture literally and when should we not?
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Is There an Official Catholic Bible?
Years ago in parochial school, I recall that we were told that the Douay-Rheims version was the only one that we were allowed to read. The teacher even said that reading any “Protestant” Bible, especially the King James Version, was ...
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Open the Door
Today’s Gospel reminds us that God’s kingdom looks different from our guest list. All are invited—east and west, north and south. The real question is not who gets in, but whether we’re living as if the door is open to ...
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Reading Scripture
Getting lost in a book, a story, a poem can become a moment of transfiguration for us. How much more so, if the author of that book is God?
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Hearts not Hoards
The Gospel today reminds us of a deeper truth: We are not defined by our possessions, but by the One who possesses us.
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God’s Light
Take a moment today and reflect on how God’s light has been there for you or your loved ones during these times of distress.
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