Published July 5, 2022 Suffering is an inescapable part of life. Every person in this world has their own cross to carry. That’s why, sometimes, we can’t help but ask “why does God allow suffering?”. More specifically, “why does God allow me to suffer?” I have to admit, I’ve asked […]
Published July 5, 2022 If you’ve ever heard about the story of the hare and the tortoise, then you’ll know the importance of not giving up. In the story, the odds are stacked against the tortoise even from the start. I mean, how can a slow-moving tortoise race against a […]
Published June 10, 2022 If you are feeling anxious, weary, and downtrodden these days, know that you are not alone. After all, life is not all sunshine and rainbows. There are the occasional droughts and storms too. Even the Bible has its fair share of suffering characters and stories of […]
Published May 13, 2022 If I were to describe the Gospel of John, I’d say that it’s more than just the story of Jesus. It’s the story of the Son of God. Let me explain. In the other three gospels, Jesus is portrayed as the King, the Servant, and the […]
Published February 18, 2022 For Catholics, partaking in the Holy Communion is a sacred act. As a sacrament, it’s more than just a profession of our faith. It’s our way of sharing in the sufferings of Christ and proclaiming his death and resurrection. To help you better understand this sacred […]
Published February 11, 2022 Many people dream of having children, or as the Bible calls them “the fruits of the womb”. Unfortunately, for some, the wait can be longer than others. According to the World Health Organization, about 48 million couples and 186 million individuals around the world struggle with […]
Published February 4, 2022 Amongst all the books in the Bible, nothing is more relatable than the book of Psalms. Unlike the narrative tone of most books, the Psalms tell of personal struggles and desperate pleas. It not only gives you a glimpse into the author’s innermost thoughts. But more […]
Published Nov 28, 2021 The Book of Psalms is probably one of the most quoted books in the bible. And it’s easy to see why. Unlike other books in the bible, the Psalms talks about personal experiences and emotions. It does not attempt to teach a lesson, narrate a story, […]
Published Nov 16, 2021 The bible is full of stories of extraordinary women who showed unparalleled courage and faith in God. But the story of Rachel in the Bible stands out in that she was not brave nor pious. Rachel was the kind of heroine who had very relatable worries. […]
Published Oct 3, 2021 One of life’s most common and most complex question is “who are you?”. If someone asks you that question now, you’ll probably answer with your name and any other vital information. Though they distinguish us from the rest, those pieces of information do not define us. […]