Loving God is far different from loving ourselves in a sense that the latter comes out naturally but the former had to be put as a commandment. [Mark 12:28-34, Feast of St. Charles Lwanga, Thursday of the 9th Week in the Ordinary Time]

The sadducees attempt to shame Jesus gave way to describe a bit what we can have when we are rewarded entrance to Heaven. This gives us a clear reason why we are to aspire the most an eternal life with God. [Mark 12:18-27, Wednesday of the 9th Week in the Ordinary Time]

Jesus' loyalty to the Father was so strong that even his detractors acknowledge it. No public opinion nor person's position can pervert His loyalty. [Mark 12:13-17, Tuesday of the 9th Week in the Ordinary Time, Feast of St. Justin]

The visit of Mary to her cousin Elizabeth made the infant in her womb leaped for joy. How beautiful and gratifying to be able to make others leap for joy! Let's reflect on how this can also happen to us. [Luke 1:39-56] Feast of the Visitation of Mary to Elizabeth]

The Lord command was clear and straight. Make disciples of all nations! The Lord who possess all power in heaven and on earth is the one sending us. What else can possibly refrain us from accomplishing Jesus' commandment?

The chief priests posted a question to trap but Jesus posted a question for truth. Truth brings us out of our traps. [Mark 11:27-33, Saturday of the 8th Week in the Ordinary Time]

Why was a fig tree cursed for not bearing fruits when it was not its season yet? [Mark 11:11-26, Friday of the 8th Week in the Ordinary Time]

The blind Bartimeaus approached Jesus but was asked with an interesting question. What we see asbthe most obvious need may not be what we need the most. [Mark 10:46-52, Thursday in the 8th Week of the Ordinary Time]

Imagine 10 against 2 disciples. The request of James and John to Jesus was not taken well by the rest of the disciples. Jesus availed of that opportunity to point out to them the way to greatness. [Mark 10:32-45, Wednesday of the 8th Week in the Ordinary Time]

Look at what Jesus said in response to Peter's claim, "We have given up everything and folĺowed you." This just happened after a rich young man walked away sadly. [Mark 10:28-31, Tuesday in the 8th Week of the Ordinary Time]