𝐔𝐍𝐖𝐀𝐕𝐄𝐑𝐈𝐍𝐆 𝐅𝐀𝐈𝐓𝐇 COLOSSIANS 1:21-23; PSALM 54; LUKE 6:1-5 Paul cries out: “Remain stable and steadfast in the faith!”(Col. 1:23). This warning is urgent today, when Christians are being tossed about by every new “prophecy,” trending “revelation,” and feel-good gospel. Beloved, not every voice that shouts “Thus says the Lord!” is from God. Many of these […]
Monthly Archives: September 2025
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Fasting – Show or Substance? Colossians 1:15-20; Psalm 100; Luke 5:33-39 The Pharisees grumbled: “Why do John’s disciples fast and pray, and yours eat and drink?” (Luke 5:33). The problem was not fasting, it was motive. They turned a holy act into a public performance. Jesus makes it clear: fasting is not about competition, comparison, […]
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When Effort Fails COLOSSIANS 1:9-14; PSALM 98; LUKE 5:1-11 Peter laboured all night and caught nothing, until he obeyed Jesus’ word (Luke 5:5). Hard work without God’s blessing is emptiness. “Unless the Lord builds the house, the builders labor in vain” (Ps. 127:1). Skills, experience, and effort are good, but obedience to Christ makes the […]
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PASTORAL CARE OF THE SICK Colossians 1:1-8; Psalm 52; Luke 4:38-44 Jesus in today’s Gospel (Luke 4:38–44) shows us two essentials of Christian life: care and prayer. He healed Simon’s mother-in-law and the sick who were brought to Him, yet He also withdrew to a quiet place to pray. A true disciple must balance service […]
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The Rejection Syndrome 1 Thess. 4:13–18; Ps. 96; Lk. 4:16–30 Jesus was rejected by His own people. Today, we repeat the same mistake, rejecting Him not with words, but with deeds. Some reject Him by chatting, dozing, or scrolling through social media during Mass. Others reject Him by twisting His teachings to suit their opinions. […]