A Solemn Warning Before we begin, a word of caution grounded in both Scripture and Tradition: hatred of any person is incompatible with Christian discipleship. St. John writes unequivocally, "Everyone who hates his brother is a murderer, and you know that eternal life does not reside in a murderer" (1 John 3:15). Those who persist in hatred of the Jewish people—or any people—while claiming the name of Christ should examine their conscience carefully, for they may be placing their souls in...

What is that? You haven't read the earlier article on the 4th way? Make sure to read that one too. This one is a raw and mostly unedited...

Those struggling with scrupulosity often get the advice to focus on God’s love for them, His mercy, and His grace. That is all well and...