When Love Hurts: What do you do?

The Bible tells us that the greatest virtue of all is love (1 Cor. 13:13), and the same is also a pre-requisite for the sacrament of Holy Matrimony to take place. Jesus Christ further instructs us to love even as He has loved us, telling us that the greatest commandment of all is Love andContinue reading “When Love Hurts: What do you do?”

Who is The Holy Spirit?

Every year, we celebrate the feast of the Holy Spirit, otherwise known as Pentecost. Have you ever tried to explain the Holy Spirit to a friend? Was it an easy task? My guess is that your answer here is no, but not to worry. Being the least spoken of among the three persons of theContinue reading “Who is The Holy Spirit?”

Facing Trials: 7 Ways to handle them

Trials are a vital and inevitable part of a Christian’s journey. However, different Christians respond to trials differently, which leaves us with the question: “how should I respond to trials?”. There are a lot of bible verses that give instructions on how to face trials and what to benefit from them. Romans 5:3-5 tells usContinue reading “Facing Trials: 7 Ways to handle them”

Make the Best of Lent: 12 Things to Give Up + Take Up

The purpose of Lent is to live out a sober time to prepare for our Lord’s passion and resurrection. It is a season of penance and renewal.  Make the best of Lent: choose one thing to detach or fast from in the first list. In the second list, choose one thing to attach to.  ChooseContinue reading “Make the Best of Lent: 12 Things to Give Up + Take Up”

Baptism : 7 Facts Every Christian Should Know

The Catholic Church defines baptism as a sacrament that cleanses us from original sin, makes us Christians, Children of God, and members of the church. Being the first out of the three sacraments of initiation, baptism opens the door for the reception of other sacraments and is a requirement for fully becoming part of theContinue reading “Baptism : 7 Facts Every Christian Should Know”

Forgiveness: 9 Practical Tips To Make It Easier

Indeed, it can be very challenging to forgive someone. More so, when the wrong done is a very grievous and painful one. A lot of people have even made decisions never to forgive certain persons in their lives on account of one offense or the other. As a result, the weight of these grudges andContinue reading “Forgiveness: 9 Practical Tips To Make It Easier”

The Feast of the Conversion of St. Paul: 7 Lessons from His Life & Ministry

As we mark the feast day of the conversion  of St. Paul on January 25, we take a look at the life of this great apostle of God. Although he was not among the ten originally called by Jesus Christ, the influence of St. Paul on the early church and the present-day church cannot beContinue reading “The Feast of the Conversion of St. Paul: 7 Lessons from His Life & Ministry”

8 Important Questions in Life

Knowledge of who you are is important to give your life meaning. To guide you into good decisions and to define your true self worth.  We are creatures elevated above all others because we are made in the image of God. In addition, we become children of God through baptism because it is through thisContinue reading “8 Important Questions in Life”

Choosing Your Spouse: 12 Principles & Practical Tips

Begin your search with prayer. Ask God to choose for you. Let your life be guided by God. This calls for an open heart and an open mind to God ‘s plans for you. Also, Pray for your future spouse. Ask God to lead that spouse to you. Ask him to help your heart seeContinue reading “Choosing Your Spouse: 12 Principles & Practical Tips”