Today, we conclude the series on the “Great Deceptions.” In previous reflections, I have repeatedly pointed out that self-deception dims the light of spiritual discernment. Thus, one becomes more prone to falling prey to the deceptions that confront us in the world and even within the Church. Yesterday, I mentioned that overcoming self-deception is important […]
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“I am coming soon; hold fast what you have, so that no one may seize your crown.” (Rev. 3:11). Yesterday, we reflected on the steadfastness required to follow the Lord. Today, the Lord reminds us that He is coming soon. We are called to walk our path of discipleship with this awareness of the Lord’s
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In yesterday’s meditation, we spoke of the danger that, if we remain trapped in self‑deception and fail to break free from it, our spiritual discernment may become clouded, so that we are no longer able to clearly recognize the deceptions in the world or in the Church—deceptions that, in reality, we should easily detect thanks
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“Because you have kept my word of patient endurance, I will keep you from the hour of trial which is coming on the whole world, to try those who dwell upon the earth.” (Rev. 3:10) As we reflect on the Father, we join the church in Philadelphia, which received high praise from the Lord for
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Consequences of self-deception in recognizing and defending the truth. As we have reflected on in the last three meditations, self-deception can negatively impact spiritual discernment. Even in the natural realm, we observe that when people overestimate their abilities, overlook their weaknesses, and refuse to accept limitations, their ability to judge correctly becomes clouded or disappears
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“You have but little power, and yet you have kept my word and have not denied my name.” (Rev. 3:8) As in other passages of Sacred Scripture, this verse from Revelation exhorts us to hold fast to the Word of the Lord and not deny the name of Jesus. Our Father expects this of us
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“The best work we can do in the world is to lead lost souls onto the right path, toward the path of virtue, toward God” (St. John Bosco). That is precisely what Don Bosco did; he devoted himself with great zeal to young souls, especially those living on the margins of society. He led many
With regard to self-deception, we have pointed out that this is indeed a dangerous state that can also make one susceptible to the deceptions that occur in the world and in the Church. Before I go into more detail on this tomorrow, I would first like to explain what other circumstances can lead to self-deception.
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Starting yesterday, we have been reflecting on an important topic for our spiritual life—one that will help us fully awaken to the truth, so that our following of Christ may be free from illusions and our witness may shine more brightly in the world. It is crucial not only to put these teachings into practice
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“I come from God, my Father, and I return to Him, for I belong to Him alone” (Message from God the Father to Sister Eugenia Ravasio). If we look closely at these three statements, we will see that they express all the mysteries of our life. No one but our Heavenly Father has given us
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