Isaiah prophesies all that Christ will accomplish
The promise that God makes in this prophecy of Isaiah still offers us hope.
Peace in Jerusalem symbolizes world peace to prophet Isaiah
This wonderful vision of peace for Jerusalem and for the world has yet to come to fulfillment.
Jesus’ anointing identifies him as the ‘Messiah’
In the hot and dry climate of the Middle East, olive oil would soothe and refresh the skin.
‘Day of the Lord’ can bring victory — or judgment
How does God decide?
Maccabees lays groundwork of afterlife doctrine
It looks as though nature itself is dying, at least temporarily.
This weekend’s readings won’t be found in a Protestant Bible
Sunday’s reading offers a good taste of the entire Book of Sirach.
We’re fighting the battle with Amalek still
The fight continues on.
Prophet addresses subject of the wealthy preying on the poor
Do you anticipate that someday you will be replaced by a robot?
Moses both echoes Abraham and foreshadows Christ
He is not seeking glory for himself but, rather, the good of the people.
Seek humility, says Scripture, so as to be open to God
Those who are humble will recognize their own limitations.