Pride or Cross … Which Is It?

Imagine being St. Peter, confessing, “You are the Christ, the Son of the living God,” and receiving Jesus’ high praise: “Blessed are you, Simon Bar-Jonah! For flesh and blood has not revealed this to you, but my Father who is in heaven.” Jesus then declares, “And I tell you, you...

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When God Says No

“For all the promises of God find their Yes in him. That is why it is through him that we utter our Amen to God for his glory,” (2 Cor. 1:20, ESV).  Do you remember a time when God said “no” to you? I do! It was a painful period...

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Finding Hope in Deep Sorrow

Psalm 13, a poignant lament penned by David, captures the raw anguish of a soul in distress, crying out to God amidst deep sorrow. This psalm resonates with anyone who has felt abandoned, overwhelmed, or lost in the face of life’s trials. We find in Psalm 13 a profound reflection...

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