Catholic Gigs’ Post

The price of peace - me The prince of peace - Jesus "I am my own greatest obstacle to peace!" Dom Helder Camara of Recife (1909-1999) Not unlike the Apostle Paul who said “I am the chief of sinners”. (1 Tim. 1:15) Camara had a number of spirit searing quotes “When I fed the poor they called me a saint. When I asked why they were poor they called me a communist.” - Camara was (negatively) labeled “the red bishop” by the Brazilian government, serving as ArchBishop from 1964 to 1985, during the military dictatorship. The term “red bishop” was not a compliment … Diminutive (he was 5"2') lean and haggard. Hardly a threat. Camara also said, "Denunciation of injustice is an absolutely essential chapter in the proclamation of the Gospel. And not merely a duty for the few. It is a human duty for everyone, a Christian duty for all Christians, and an absolute duty for the shepherds. - I try to be a shepherd type like Camara - Camara did not wince at the largest discomfort. I wince at the slightest discomfort. It burns… the price of peace is my selfishness my “me first” attitude. I fall so short. Thankfully there is the Prince of Peace. (Rom 5:1) “Therfore, having been justified by faith, we have peace with God through our Lord Jesus Christ” #peacemaking #libertarian #hopegrowshere #mustardseedyyc #DomHelderCamara #justice #poverty #princeofpeace #jesus #marketplaceministry

First, we must identify, as much as Scripture allows, with the people we are trying to reach. A good illustration is when Paul circumcised Timothy in order that he would not become an obstacle to bringing the gospel to Jews (Acts 16:1-5). Second, we must realize that such identification requires that we forsake our Christian rights/freedoms in order to become a servant to all. We must ask ourselves if we are willing to forsake our personal musical tastes for the sake of the gospel. What of our personal clothing choices? Maybe even our eating habits? It all depends on whom we are seeking to reach. Contextualization is hard, diligent work. It requires self-control (1 Corinthians 9:24-25) and continual discipline (9:26-27). What is at stake is the gospel and the opportunity to share with all peoples in its blessings (1 Corinthians 9:27; see also 1 Corinthians 3:10-17). May God grant us the grace to deny ourselves in order to serve all....! All Christians who need to contextualize their culture into christianity......

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#liveoutward. What does that mean? #liveoutward is a call to action. It’s a challenge for believers in Jesus Christ to share their faith with others in tangible, real-world ways. A challenge to believers to be the light we were called to be outside the church walls and into the world. We challenge you, fellow Christians, to #liveoutward. Will you?

What are some elements of healthy Great Commission participation? * Worship - Zeal for God’s glory, inviting the nations to join us in worship (Psalm 96) * Compassion - Soft hearts toward a broken world that needs Jesus. (Matt. 9:36-38; Rom. 9:1-3) * Conviction - Belief that Jesus is the only way of salvation (John 14:6; Acts 4:12) * Awareness - More than 7,000 people groups have little to no access to the gospel, so the task is urgent (Rom. 10:14-15) * Confidence - We go accompanied by the reigning King who will build his Church (Matt. 16:18, 28:18-20) * Vision - Practical pathways to participation are clear (Phil. 1:5; 3 John 6-7) Which might be lacking in your life?

“Bless, Oh Lord, the whole race of mankind and let the world be filled with the knowledge of Thee and Thy Son, Jesus Christ.” - George Washington This and so much more about America’s Christian heritage is documented in my book “1726.” https://lnkd.in/g-ZSxCPx

Your moral compass is your moral compass.

Which of the following have you memorized? 1. 10 Commandments 2. Precepts of the Church 3. 7 Sacraments 4. Corporal Works of Mercy 5. Spiritual Works of Mercy 6. Beatitudes

Which of the following have you memorized? 1. 10 Commandments 2. Precepts of the Church 3. 7 Sacraments 4. Corporal Works of Mercy 5. Spiritual Works of Mercy 6. Beatitudes

The Lord, the world, and the church are all looking for the same thing: Christians who are real. But living with the kind of reality and authenticity that glorifies God and impacts others eludes many believers. Perhaps this is because Christians and church congregations today struggle over the extent to which they should be rooted or relevant—two characteristics required for being real. Read the full article: https://lnkd.in/d4WQXjz3