The Amateur Christian

Unlearning

The only way anyone can live in peace is if they are prepared to forgive. That is what Jesus is asking us to learn today. He’s asking us to “unlearn” our old way and embrace an attitude that will bring peace.

Who Do You Say I Am? Who Does He say You Are?

Responding to Jesus’ question today is more than getting an answer “correct.” It’s about who we are and how we are shaped by our relationship with Him.

When Jesus Says, ”No”

We always envision Jesus as inviting, welcoming. What happens when he calls me a “dog” and denies my request?

The Power of 40

Elijah took significant time to silence himself and attune his heart to the Lord, so he could recognize Him as He came - be it ordinarily or extraordinarily. That Peace only comes from significant time spent with the Lord in quiet - away from the storms of social media, political intrigue, gossip, and all the other things that steal our attention.

The Mountain: It’s Good that We are Here

To go up the mountain is a special grace, and we get that at every Mass. But we cannot stay there nor relegate our faith life to just some memorial. We still follow Jesus.

Dónde Está Nuestro Fruto?

Jesús está claro. Dios busca nuestros frutos. Fruto es algo que da alegría y nutre a los demás y invita a otros a acercarse al árbol. ¿Lo hace nuestra parroquia?

Where is Our Fruit?

Jesus is clear that God is looking for our fruit. Fruit is something that delights and feeds others, and it invites us to draw closer to the tree. Is that what our parishes are doing?

El Remedio de Dios: El Descanso

La ocupación está matándonos. Jesús nos ofrece el remedio en la invitación al descanso.

A Place for Jesus

Do we save a place for Jesus in our lives? In our homes? Our schedules? Do we live in the expectation of encountering Christ?

Un Espacio para Jesús

¿Donde está el espacio en su vida para el Señor? ¿Tiene usted un expectación de encontrarlo hoy?