Old Testament

Man looks out a window

Psalm 22: Feeling Forsaken

Michael D. Guinan, OFM May 10, 2020

Each year during Holy Week we Christians stand once again near the cross and hear Jesus’ cry anew. Unlike those described in the Gospel, though, we know exactly what he said and we recognize it as the opening verse of Psalm 22.

Jonah and the Whale

Richard Rohr, OFM May 9, 2020

The word change normally refers to new beginnings.

Stars in a night sky

Psalm 8: Starry Skies and the Incarnation

Barbara Beckwith November 27, 2019

When I see your heavens, the work of your fingers, the moon and stars that you set in place—What are humans that you are mindful of them. (Psalm 8:4-5)

Illustration of people from the Old Testament

Spiritual Guides in the Old Testament

Rev. Timothy P. Schehr, PhD October 28, 2019

Their remarkable stories can inspire us to serve God better.

Happy kid with arms raised

Psalm 18: Royal Thanksgiving for Victory

Hilarion Kistner, OFM February 17, 2019

"I love you, LORD, my strength..." (Psalm 18:2)

man sitting at the edge of water

Psalm 73: Why Do Sinners Prosper?

Pat McCloskey, OFM January 25, 2019

"How good God is to the upright, The Lord, to those who are clean of heart! (Psalm 73)

Getting to Know Joel, Old Testament Prophet

Theresa Doyle-Nelson January 10, 2019

Every Ash Wednesday this Old Testament prophet sets the tone for Lent.