Image by 愚木混株 Cdd20 from Pixabay Dreams are mentioned in the Bible in a cautionary measure but also a positive one too. We are told not to trust in dreams and those who do trust in them often fall right away from the faith. Then in the book of acts concerning the last days, St.Peter … Continue reading Which Dreams Come From God And Which ones From the Devil?
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The Six Temptations Of The Devil
INTRODUCTION There are 6 types of temptations that we need to look out for in our spiritual formation. One is from above, the second below, the third from behind, the fourth to the front, the fifth to the left, and the sixth to the right. I often talk on this blog about the dangers of … Continue reading The Six Temptations Of The Devil
Vainglory Is An Intoxicating Disease Difficult To Recover From
We are slaves to the good opinion and praise of others. Indeed, it is a stronger drug than Heroin and everyone is addicted. Seeking out the praise of others is so addictive that we are even willing to sell our souls and truth itself to obtain it. The drug addict will beat and rob his … Continue reading Vainglory Is An Intoxicating Disease Difficult To Recover From
Time To Wake Up And Stop Living In The Dark
Image by Deflyne Coppens from Pixabay You must wake up now: the night is almost over, it will be daylight soon. Let us give up all the things we prefer to do under cover of the dark; let us arm ourselves and appear in the light. Let us live decently as people do in the … Continue reading Time To Wake Up And Stop Living In The Dark
When You Can See The Fish But They Won’t Bite
Image by GLady from Pixabay I went out fishing during the hours when the moon was down and they'd be out feeding. I wasn't wrong either. Upon arrival the tide was high, the river was flowing and the weather was nice and warm. Under the bridge I could see crowds of fish. They were of … Continue reading When You Can See The Fish But They Won’t Bite
The Importance Of Balance Between Logic And Emotion
Image by JL G from Pixabay One thing I've noticed long before I was ever religious is the differing extremities between the social classes. For example, Rich people and those of some sort of higher social standing where private education is the norm, tend to be ruled by logic. Poor people and those educated through … Continue reading The Importance Of Balance Between Logic And Emotion
May The Bridges I Burn Light The Way
I've been in this Church now for 13 years. Over that long period I've had many a conversational battle with theologian, priest and laity. People have said to me they're all unfriending you both in life and on social media because you're irritating them. It's true. The liberal lefties and the right wing latin mass … Continue reading May The Bridges I Burn Light The Way
The Devil Is The Terminator
Source: Public domain That terminator is out there, it cant be bargained with, it cant be reasoned with, it doesn't feel pity or remorse or fear, and it absolutely will not stop............EVER, untill you are dead!!!!!Kyle Reese, Scene from the Terminator Do you remember the post I wrote a few days ago about how God … Continue reading The Devil Is The Terminator
Is A Priest Not Being Liked By Other Priests A Good Indication He Is Holy?
Image by rickey123 from Pixabay When we hear of a priest or monk being refused entry into certain monasteries or other communities and parishes of his own kind rejecting him, it sounds as if he is being persecuted. This is especially true if the priest is very Orthodox in his doctrine and appears very sincere … Continue reading Is A Priest Not Being Liked By Other Priests A Good Indication He Is Holy?
Foxes Have Dens And Birds Of The Sky Have Nests. . .
“Teacher, I will follow you wherever you go.”Jesus answered him, “Foxes have dens and birds of the sky have nests,but the Son of Man has nowhere to rest his head.”The Gospel of Matthew:8:18-22 I didn't plan on going to Mass this morning and usually I don't go to daily Mass at all. I initially came … Continue reading Foxes Have Dens And Birds Of The Sky Have Nests. . .