HOLY IMPATIENCE Have you ever experienced waiting too long for something good? Lord, when will I be fully healed? Lord, when will you restore our family to unity? Will I finally get my dream job now?…
INSENSITIVITY IS A SIN Our readings today show the displeasure of the Lord on a particular human trait – insensitivity. In the first reading (Amos 6), the Lord notices how the rich of Israel, eat and drink, sing and relax, enjoy and…
A HEALTHY REMINDER The gospel reminds us: You cannot serve both God and money (Lk. 16:13). But people need money. I need it for my supplies, medicines and personal needs. You need it for your household, your rent,…
IN THE COMPANY OF JESUS What made Jesus a different kind of teacher, master, and guide in Israel? The very first words of the gospel today spells the distinction people saw in Jesus. Luke 15 begins: “Tax collectors and sinners…
THE CROSS IS GOD’S ANSWER Many puzzles greet our every day. When things seem thoroughly fine, troubles start up somewhere. Why? When a serious concern is just about to end, a string of new problems emerge to follow…