suffering
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Persecution and Suffering
No doubt persecution and suffering are an integral part of Christian life. But Christ, himself, suffers with us when we go through these testing times. He does not leave us alone (Mt 25:40). He has a reason for every suffering that is from his will. Many Saints suffered: St Therese had a nervous disorder for… Continue reading
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Suffering
Everybody is called to suffer. Even Jesus Christ suffered unimaginably. But the suffering is to establish a purpose and reach a goal- the mission. It is not forever. Suffering is God’s way of proving love. More so, it produces character too (Romans 5:3,4). But we are not called to suffer eternally. There is rest for… Continue reading
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Holiness Per Se
Holiness is required for everyone who wants to be with God. He requires us to be holy because he, himself, is holy(1Peter 1:16). More so, Christ is the epitome of holiness(Revelation 5:4,5) and we all should strive to be like him(Ephesians 5:1,2). No defiled thing enters Heaven(Revelation 21:27). Also love needs to be proved to… Continue reading
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Suffering for God
Not all who are struck with disaster are sinners(Luke 13:4). God allows suffering in the lives of his faithful too. He prunes them so that they produce more fruit(John 15:1,2). Suffering is for everyone and in the plan of God (Romans 5:3-5). Jesus suffered too. For Him it was a form of baptism. Job proved… Continue reading
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God is Faithful
Those who serve God lack no good thing(Psalm 34:10). They will be led out like calves from a stall(Mal 4:2). Even the hair of their heads are numbered(Luke 12:7). There is more gladness in them than in a rich man’s house with abundance of food and drink (Psalm 4:7). The lives of the Saints was… Continue reading
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Death in Godly Sense
Death is certain to everyone. And no one is able to escape from it. This is true that everyone born, dies. But God uses it in His Saints’ to glorify Himself. His own precious blood gives courage to Saints during their martyrdom. Some Saints like St Gonzalo Garcia died a very torturous death with a… Continue reading
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Man’s Purpose
God did not create man for vain glory or to chase after material things or stock up riches. He had a purpose for his life. And it is to love, serve and praise him. Fulfilling this purpose in his life can solve many of the problems he is in. Death and suffering entered the world… Continue reading
About Me
I’m a preacher and share a very close bond with Mother Mary. Being a Freelance Writer and having a Content Writing experience of over ten years, writing has become a part of my life. Adding sheen to this journey, I have published three books: two in the Catholic spirituality genre and another in self help; it is good to explore different genres. I reside with my immediate family in Bangalore and hope to share wisdom as such with everyone.
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