Tag: John the Baptist
John the Baptist
He asked for a tablet and wrote, “John is his name,” and all were amazed. – Lk 1:63 John is His name. Oh, little did they know who he was or who he was to become. John the Baptist. The prophet. Jesus’ cousin. And so much more. In this gospel reading, Zechariah, who had not… Read More ›
Courage and Truth
August 3, 2019 His disciples came and took away the corpse and buried him; and they went and told Jesus. (Mt 14:12) Ever faithful to his call, John the Baptist never hesitated in speaking the truth. He condemned Herod’s sin and lost his life. Do we exhibit the same kind of courage in speaking out… Read More ›
June 20-24, 2016
Mon., June 20, 2016 2 Kings 17:5-8, 13-15a, 18; Matthew 7:1-5 Why do you notice the splinter in your brother’s eye, but do not perceive the wooden beam in your own eye? – Mt. 7:3 Jesus tells us: “Stop judging.” Do I judge others? Lord, there are times that I become very judgmental. It is… Read More ›