Posts Tagged ‘violence’
2026 Daily Lenten Journey Day 9 – Humans Killing Humans
It is as old as humanity itself. Jealousy and the desire for power spoil the human heart. Hate wells up overtaking peace and joy. The ugliness of war is an ancient burden for humanity. It has been on my mind for the past few days. As Prophet Isaiah says, the Lord “looked for justice, but…
Read MoreFear and War
The past few weeks have been anxious times for sure. As war rages in various parts of the earth we wonder if war will affect us, here at home. We are emotionally manipulated by politicians and the media to be in a constant state of fear of war. I am not afraid of war. The…
Read MoreEpisode 452 – The Peace of God is for Everyone
When Christ called His first disciples to join Him on His mission, they immediately changed their focus toward God. Immediately they made their entire life about serving God and sharing His Gospel with the world. With the constant reality of violence and war in the world, it is an opportunity for us to live as…
Read MoreThe Pain of Violence
Last night the world was witness to yet another example of political violence. This is something the world has known for centuries, millennia even. Since the first murder of Abel by his brother, humanity has known the unfortunate reality of violence. When Jesus came to bring us a better example of peace and love He…
Read MoreViolence Does Not Serve God
The world is a violent place and violent people are constantly searching for ways to defend themselves. Throughout the centuries violent leaders have twisted the Church’s teachings to support violence, carrying out so-called holy wars. No war is holy. IN THOSE DAYS, Paul took the men, and the next day he purified himself with them…
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