During this Lent, let's make sure that we take our penance seriously, not because God needs it from us, but because He wants it for us.
Forgiveness and Penance During the Lenten Season
Why The Sins Are Deadly
While I completely agree with the Church's teaching on these sins, I know that many of the students I teach, and I as well, can sometimes get a false sense of security born out of these types of sins. We can treat these smaller, venial sins as if they're not a big deal. I haven't done anything THAT bad, so I'm fine. This is a dangerous mistake in a couple of ways.
Episode 104 – Living The Resurrection
After so much time talking about getting ready for Easter, you know AJ and Brandon had to take some time to welcome Easter and discuss how to live it out. This week, we talk about the idea of dying to sin and living in Christ and the importance of giving ourselves the grace to continue improving instead of demanding perfection immediately.
Forgiveness Is Amazing
I'm someone who really struggles with asking forgiveness. I'm a man of many flaws, so it seems like I should have plenty of practice when it comes to apologizing and asking for forgiveness, but in truth, I have two competing flaws which often make it difficult to approach those I hurt, especially in my relationship with God.