Monday of the 5th week of EastertideActs 14:5-18John 14:21-26But even then he did not leave you without evidence of himself in the good things he does for you...Have you ever felt overwhelmed by the realisation that even while your spirit is willing, the yoke of your flesh pulls you into despair? A friend recently shared... Continue Reading →
10 May, Sunday — We All Yearn to Be Seen
5th Sunday of EasterActs 6:1-7 1 Peter 2:4-9 John 14:1-12‘Have I been with you all this time, Philip,’ said Jesus to him ‘and you still do not know me?'As we continue to live in these strange COVID-19 pandemic times, I have read enough commentaries and news reports, read enough of what the pundits and thought... Continue Reading →
9 May, Saturday — Light for the Nations
Saturday of 4th Week of Eastertide Acts 13:44-52John 14:7-14 “I have made you a light for the nations, so that my salvation may reach the ends of the earth.” When I reflect upon the disciples of Jesus in the early Church history, I am put to shame. For the disciples were so brave in proclaiming... Continue Reading →
May 8, Friday — The Way, the Truth and the Life
Friday of the 4th Week of Eastertide Acts 13:26-33John 14:1-6 “Do not let your hearts be troubled. Trust in God still, and trust in me.” In times of trouble, we often fret, worry and panic. At best, we have a few sleepless nights; at worse, we fall into depression. At least, that was me before... Continue Reading →
May 7, Thursday — Sent and Received
Thursday of the 4th Week of Eastertide Acts 13:13-25John 13:16-20 “…whoever welcomes the one I send welcomes me, and whoever welcomes me welcomes the one who sent me.” This is a funny time in the world right now. Funny, not in the sense of humour, but in the sense of not able to make sense... Continue Reading →
May 6, Wednesday — The Light of the World
Wednesday of the 4th Week of Eastertide Acts 12:24-13:5John 12:44-50 “I, the light, have come into the world, so that whoever believes in me need not stay in the dark any more.” A lot has happened in one year. Last Easter, the tragedy stemming from terrorist attacks in the Sri Lankan Catholic and Christian community... Continue Reading →
5 May, Tuesday — Of God or Of The World
Tuesday of the 4th Week of Eastertide Acts 11:19-26Jn 10:22-30 “I know them and they follow me… they will never be lost and no one will ever steal them from me.” Just like the Jews who asked Jesus for confirmation that He is indeed the Messiah, I have found myself seeking answers from God, as... Continue Reading →
4 May, Monday — Via Media
Monday of the 4th Week of Eastertide Acts 11: 1-18John 10:11-18 This account satisfied them, and they gave glory to God. ‘God’ they said ‘can evidently grant even the pagans the repentance that leads to life.’ Peter entered the house of Cornelius and baptised the entire household, welcoming the first few Gentiles into the church. This... Continue Reading →
3 May, Sunday — Electrifying Holy Spirit
4th Sunday of Easter - Good Shepherd Sunday Acts 2:14, 36-411 Peter 2:20-25John 10:1-10 “You must repent, and every one of you must be baptized in the name of Jesus Christ, for the forgiveness of your sins: and you will receive the gift of the Holy Spirit.” Three thousand souls were added that day when... Continue Reading →
2 May, Saturday — Defending Your Faith
May 2 – Memorial for St. Athanasius, Bishop and Doctor Athanasius (c. 295) studied the classics and theology in Alexandria, Egypt. He was a deacon, secretary, and student of Bishop Alexander of Alexandria. He attended the Council of Nicaea in 325, where he fought for the defeat of Arianism and the acceptance of the divinity of... Continue Reading →
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