Today's readings carry the sorrow of the world. The false accusations, denials, betrayals, and beatings Jesus faced are heartbreaking.

Belief is a life-and-death issue for Jesus.

We are called, appointed, anointed by God to see the light and lead others out of darkness.

Aren't the readings this week about the journey of faith?

Where have you borne the "hardships" for the sake of the gospel Saint Paul writes of in Romans?

The first reading this week offers a meditation on the origin of sin. The writer doesn't so much explain why sin came into the world as tell a story about its entry.

It’s simple: Make a promise and keep it. But life happens; vows are broken, truthfulness is blurred.

The point in today’s gospel reading is to be “salt”: not to lose your taste for life or the flavor you bring to it.

Today's readings show the special place the poor and the just have in God's heart.

As both the first and second readings say, God acts to bring the light of salvation and consolation to God's people. Where do I experience salvation in my life? How are my burdens lifted?