Thomas Griffin 2/8/21 There is rampant friction among Christians of all ages surrounding the notion that a person can live his life in any fashion, repent before he dies, and God will mercifully forgive him and grant him eternal salvation. When all is said and done, God will admit him into His presence, overlooking hisContinue reading “God’s Mercy, Endures Forever”
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Tebow’s Passion for Life
Thomas Griffin 2/5/21 On Friday, March 29th the annual March for Life took place in a virtual context. While this was radically different from the usual gathering of tens, if not hundreds, of thousands of people in Washington, D.C. there were still some inspiring moments of hope and renewal. The keynote speaker was Tim TebowContinue reading “Tebow’s Passion for Life”
God’s Race for Us is the Answer
Thomas Griffin (2/3/21) Excerpt: You were with me, but I was not with you. Created things kept me from you; yet if they had not been in you they would not have been at all.” St. Augustine These inspiring words are from the Confessions of St. Augustine. They describe how, as a young man, Augustine looked forContinue reading “God’s Race for Us is the Answer”
The Presentation and Waiting for God
Thomas Griffin 2/2/21 Excerpt: The next step after Jesus’ birth would be to present him for circumcision in the Temple eight days later according to Genesis 17:12. Circumcision was one of the constitutive elements of the covenant made between Abraham and Yahweh. After forty days were completed Mary and Joseph were to go to theContinue reading “The Presentation and Waiting for God”
The Times Needs a Lesson on the President’s Christianity
Thomas Griffin 1/28/21 The Times Needs a Lesson on Christianity – The Federalist (1/28/21) Excerpt: “Biden’s Catholic faith grounds his life and policies.” This is the text in the photo caption of a New York Times article by Elizabeth Dias. Entitled “In Biden’s Catholic Faith, an Ascendant Liberal Christianity”, the Dias applauds Biden for being “theContinue reading “The Times Needs a Lesson on the President’s Christianity”
We Need Religion: The Justin Bieber Fallacy
Thomas Griffin 1/27/21 Justin Bieber appears to have made contact with Jesus Christ, but he firmly disagrees with being religious. Bieber recently published a social media post that is no-doubt a shot at all those who follow organized religion. He has no issues with naming Jesus as the redeemer of the world, but Jesus mustContinue reading “We Need Religion: The Justin Bieber Fallacy”
The Consuming Zeal of St. Paul’s Conversion
Thomas Griffin 1/25/21 The Consuming Zeal of St. Paul’s Conversion – Catholic Exchange (1/25/21) Excerpt: “On the path to the city called Damascus, Saint Paul’s life changed; it changed forever, and it changed dramatically. Have you ever had an event, encounter or experience that you knew would change the course of your life forever? ContemplateContinue reading “The Consuming Zeal of St. Paul’s Conversion”
Neglecting the Sacred: The President’s First Words
Thomas Griffin 1/22/21 President Joe Biden’s inauguration address contained several mentions of faith, a pause for silent prayer as well multiple occasions invoking God’s name and protection for unity to reign in our country. These are objectively good things which are needed for our time and circumstances. The second Catholic president also mentioned a quoteContinue reading “Neglecting the Sacred: The President’s First Words”
St. Agnes: An Ancient Lesson for Today
Thomas Griffin 1/21/21 St. Agnes lived between 291 A.D. – 304 A.D. and was the daughter of a wealthy family in Rome. The details we know about her are few, but what we do know can serve as the antidote to cure the troubling year we have traveled through and light our path to journeyContinue reading “St. Agnes: An Ancient Lesson for Today”
The Thirst (Teresa/Therese) Effect
Thomas Griffin 1/19/21 The Thirst (Teresa/Therese) Effect – Ascension Press (1/13/21) Excerpt: ” The present situation of the world, with all of its challenges and sufferings, carries at least one benefit: many of us have more time for prayer than ever before. “Moments of reflection” are increasingly part of our daily lives, at least forContinue reading “The Thirst (Teresa/Therese) Effect”
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