Humility
Do You Wear Your Religion on Your Sleeve
08/22/10 09:05
The Pharisees are an extreme example of what can happen when we fail to live according to our beliefs. The best way to spread the faith is to practice what we preach Read More...
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Jesus Humbly Washes Apostles' Feet
04/01/10 06:23
Today’s Gospel reminds us that we are all called to walk humbly with the Lord. We are all called to be servant leaders. Read More...
Jesus, The Suffering Servant
05/07/09 05:29
“When Jesus finished washing the disciples feet, He said, Verily, verily, I say unto you, a servant is not greater than his lord; neither one that is sent greater than he that sent him.” 9john 13: 16-20)
Some years ago, the Wall Street Journal ran a cartoon which showed a business executive kneeling beside his bed. "Oh, Lord use me," he prayed, "but if it's all the same to you, Lord, use me in an executive capacity."
The cartoon is laughable because the self-serving attitude of the executive is so at odds with the teachings of Jesus, the humble, Suffering Servant. But, sadly, the arrogant cartoon figure would be right at home in the board rooms of many American companies. Read More...
Some years ago, the Wall Street Journal ran a cartoon which showed a business executive kneeling beside his bed. "Oh, Lord use me," he prayed, "but if it's all the same to you, Lord, use me in an executive capacity."
The cartoon is laughable because the self-serving attitude of the executive is so at odds with the teachings of Jesus, the humble, Suffering Servant. But, sadly, the arrogant cartoon figure would be right at home in the board rooms of many American companies. Read More...
What Kids Can Teach Us
07/29/08 12:27
God must chuckle to Himself on hearing that because He knows that we all harbor a desire to be strong, good looking and above average. We want to excel, to be great at everything.
In today's Gospel, the disciples want to know who is the greatest in the kingdom of heaven. Jesus surprises His followers by pointing to a humble child and saying this is who you must imitate. Read More...
In today's Gospel, the disciples want to know who is the greatest in the kingdom of heaven. Jesus surprises His followers by pointing to a humble child and saying this is who you must imitate. Read More...