The image of a grandiose, endless banquet is the most common image used in Holy Scripture to describe heaven. It is the lavish wedding feast of Christ, the Lamb of God, and his Bride, the Church. It is meant to have all nations and all peoples as...
A careful reading of the Gospels reveals the utter amazement of the crowds over the fact that Jesus taught with authority and convincing force. Apparently, they were accustomed to hearing nice, soothing words of reassurance, compromises and watered...
By this time in our spiritual journey we might have a somewhat clear picture of those who would qualify as “Pharisees.” We know that they tend to be self-righteous and stuck up and rigid. At the same time, we suspect that a small Pharisee has...
The Gospel of Luke (13:22-30) reveals the fact that Jesus teaches with authority and force. One of those appreciating his teachings asks Jesus: Lord, will only a few people be saved? From Jesus’ reply to that person, it is evident that it would not...
