The Intrinsic Disorder of Me
Suddenly, in the course of a minor Internet thread, I was face to face with my own intrinsic disorder.
Suddenly, in the course of a minor Internet thread, I was face to face with my own intrinsic disorder.
Perhaps the most shattering consequence of Jesus real presence, which is brought about by invoking his name, is that we become unable to lie to ourselves any more.
Sixth in a series on spiritual warfare: Christ and the power of sacrifice.
Third in a series on spiritual warfare: The satanic attack that poisons our heart and worship.
It is, of course, true that Mary is not present within us in the same way as is her Son.
The maxim "It is always darkest before the dawn" supposedly dates to the seventeenth century, but sentiments like it have been around forever.
A cautious child hesitates when told that after eating a vegetable three times it will be agreeable.
Second in a series on spiritual warfare: The satanic attack that exploits our passivity, weakness and shame.
First in a series on spiritual warfare: The satanic attack that exploits our fear, lust, wounds and lukewarmness.
It was a privilege years ago to know the English theologian Alec Vidler, a colorful and even eccentric character whose long beard amused the Queen when he was her chaplain and whose religious views irritated many.