Archive for January 29th, 2010

Despair and Christian Hope

Friday, January 29th, 2010

When we are tempted to be overcome by despair, let us remember the symbol of God’s justice—the Cross. God himself suffered the just punishment for our sins so that we can live with him forever. Why would he not be willing to forgive our broken and contrite hearts?

Augustine on Waxing Nostalgic

Friday, January 29th, 2010

We complain that our days are gloomy. Our grandparents and their grandparents probably did the same thing. People are never completely pleased with the days they live through but they frequently think that the days of their ancestors were quite pleasant. Those ancestors were pleased with past days they had never experienced, which is why [...]

From the Daily Office

Friday, January 29th, 2010

Like Abraham, we will always be tempted to question God’s sovereign power and ability to deliver on his promises. Today’s passage reminds us that indeed God can. Take hope and heart from this. The God of Abraham is the same God who wants to be your God too.