The miraculous healing of a paralytic man caused a malicious reaction from the scribes. Let me share 2 reasons why good things are clouded with criticisms. [Matthew 9:1-8, Thursday of the 13th Week in the Ordinary Time]

Knowing God and our faith is not just about change of name but change of direction and purpose. That could be seen from the lives of Sts. Peter and Paul. [Matthew 16:13-19, Solemnity of Sts. Peter and Paul]

The disciples got so afraid when high waves were capsizing their boat. The Lord calmed the sea and the jouney continued. [Matthew 8:23-27, Memorial of St. Ireneaus]

Are you sure you want to follow the Lord? Jesus explained that the Son of Man has even no place to rest his head. [Matthew 8:18-22, Monday of the 13th Week in the Ordinary Time]

Jesus had his own share of setbacks but he was resolved to continue the mission. If you don't take risks, you won't do great things for God. [Luke 9: 51-62, 13th Sunday in the Ordinary Time]

When Jesus was found after three days by his anxious parents, he said "Why were you looking for me? Did you not know that I must be in my Father's house?" Jesus must have a very important message to teach when he responded that way. We OUGHT TO FEEL AT HOME IN DOING GOD'S WILL!

At this age of deception and "false prophets", we need to be clever and consistent. [Matthew 7:15-20, Wednesday of the 12th Week in the Ordinary Time]

Hard to remove splinters in another's eyes if we have a wooden beam in our own. It takes humility and passion to be able to remove the beam. [Matthew 7:1-5, Monday of the 12th Week in the Ordinary Time]

While concern is admirable when the disciples told Jesus to dismiss the crowd so that they could look for provisions but taking responsibility over the crowd was what Jesus wanted as a response. Jesus said, "give them some food yourselves." [Luke 9:11-17, Solemnity of the Most Holy Body and Blood of Christ]

Prayers should be founded in relationship. The Lord's Prayer empasizes relationship with God as a Father. If in relationship with God, one can comfortably obey, ask and reconcile with people. [Matthew 6:7-15, Thursday of the 11th Week in the Ordinary Time]