The Amateur Christian

Our "New Normal?"

These are not normal times; but Jesus usually encounters is in abnormal conditions - like the man born blind. What can these days teach us about discipleship?

The Lie of the Ashes

Satan wants us to believe that we are simply dust and unimportant. Our Word today reminds us that we are so much more than that, thanks to Jesus.

Be Holy; Be Perfect

Christians, as a sign of our relationship with Christ, are called to perfection. Today’s Scripture reminds us that this is not an option but a command from God that can actually help us transform our society.

They Deserve Salvation, not Sexualization

Jesus warns against lust and other evils. Our culture too often “normalizes” these things as “empowering.” They are not; they are dangerous and harm our souls. We are offered more because we are made for more!

Be Disciples for Others

Salt and light are made to serve other things and to make other great things possible. So are Christian disciples.

The Beginning of the Culture of Encounter - The Presentation

When Christ was presented in the Temple, the Church’s culture of encounter began. Simeon and Anna were transformed by their encounter with the Christ child and they took that experience out to others.

God's GPS System

This Sunday, we observe the first “Sunday of the Word of God,” and we recognize the central place that Scripture holds in our lives as Christians.

El Sistema GPS de Dios

Este domingo es el primero día de la Palabra de Dios en la Iglesia. Las Sagradas Escrituras son la guía para nosotros en el camino hasta la salvación, y necesitamos apreciar el lugar central que la Palabra tiene en nuestra vida.

The Finger that Points to the Moon

The purpose of a disciple is the point to Jesus - to make that encounter real - and then to get out of the way. John the Baptist shows us how.

Wisdom Seeks Christ

Learning and reason can bring us to faith’s doorstep. But only grace and faith bring us to Jesus Christ. The wise among us know this.