Pondering Tidbits of Truth is my simple and inadequate way of providing nuggets of spiritual wisdom for you to chew on from time to time. Father Jacques Philippe “The fact that we can’t save ourselves is something we acknowledge in words, but in fact we find it very hard to accept. We’d all like to be saved by our own efforts…to shine in other people’s eyes, even on the spiritual level. Worldly people want to be highly regarded because they have luxurious cars, expensive watches, designer clothes, professional prestige, and go around with beautiful people. As good Christians, we may want to stand out for our virtues, charisms, experience, and sound judgement. Then we consider that we are on the right path. But in fact we’re in danger of ending up with exactly the same mindset as the worldly people described above. Very often, without realizing it, we have a worldly outlook on the spiritual life: self-fulfillment, self-affirmation, expansion of the ego, etc. And spiritual pride, w
Re the second video: in other words, he's Catholic. :)
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ReplyDeleteI especially enjoy interacting with those who are willing to frankly and honestly comment on what I share. You are absolutely right about the second video. I lost all objectivity in trying to quickly include a sound bite from one of my Domincian brethren. You are a good and kind teacher.
The Pope tells the truth. Truth isn't conservative nor liberal. It just is. A typical German address to an audience contains "Meinen Herren und Damen." Meaning "ladies and gentlemen." Not unusual at all as it is typical in English and other languages as well. I echo Kathleen's comment above. Thanks for this video.
ReplyDeleteMy privilege Colleen. I just realized that my earlier reply was never published.
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