Posts by Fr. Christian Amah
Demonstrating the Spirit and Power
St. Paul writes in the second chapter of his first letter to the Corinthian church about the centrality of God in his ministry. Before his journey to the church at Corinth, Paul had been to Athens, where he tried to convince the Athenians with several arguments—he engaged them from their perspective: “For as I went…
Read MoreHe Did Not Do Many Miracles Because of Their Unbelief
The struggle to maintain faith is a timeless issue; a universal human problem that even the most ardent Christians (Mark 9:24; John 20:27) can relate to. Throughout history, even during periods of unwavering faith among believers, there have always been those who grapple with unbelief. This challenge is not limited to certain people but is…
Read More“Do Two Walk Together Unless They Have Made an Appointment”?
Being steadfast in our agreements and covenant with God, a reflection on Amos 3:3. We read from Amos, an unconventional prophet, during the reign of Jeroboam II in Israel and Uzziah in Judah around 760 BC. A farmer and a shepherd by occupation, Amos was called by the Lord to denounce worldliness and announce the…
Read MoreThe Solemnity of the Body and Blood of Christ
A lot has been written on the Body and Blood of Christ, and it is for a good reason—our life depends on it! The Eucharist, as the Church teaches, is the source and summit of the Christian faith. As perennial as this understanding is, the need to constantly reflect on the depth of the mystery…
Read MoreRemaining in God’s Love
Today, as we commemorate the life of St. Athanasius, a man who exemplified unwavering faith in Christ, we are reminded of the importance of remaining in Christ. St. Athanasius’ life and his steadfast adherence to the authentic teachings of Christ and His Church serve as a powerful testament to the significance of this commitment. The…
Read MoreWhy Was Mary Magdalene Weeping at the Tomb of Christ?
In the gospel accounts, we read Mary Magdalene grieving at Jesus’ tomb in the early hours of the Resurrection morning. Her tears were not a lament for Jesus’ death; she had already come to terms with that reality. Instead, Mary wept because she found the tomb empty—Jesus’ body was no longer there. What could this…
Read MoreThe “living” (Livelihood) of the Father
I noticed a word used in the parable of the prodigal son that I should have paid more attention to. Many Bible translations say the prodigal son’s Father divided his “property” among his sons. The word translated as property is “βίον” from the word “βίος” (life, living). This word, “living” as used in this parable…
Read MoreThe Fourth Joyful Mystery—The Presentation. And Your Presentation!
In commemorating this annual feast of the presentation of the Lord in the temple, let us delve into the profound significance of presenting oneself before the Lord. The contemplation on the importance of Jesus being brought to the temple transcends mere adherence to religious duties. The events unfolding during Jesus’s presentation – exemplified by Simon’s…
Read MoreWhat Do You Say About Yourself?
One of the easiest habits to pick up is talking about other people. Often, we find ourselves just doing it without premeditation. While discussing other people might be an escape, and an easy way to feel better about oneself, it yields no result. If we spend as much time reflecting on who we are, we…
Read MoreResponding to the Call to be Alert
Today is the last day in the Church’s calendar. Looking at the Scripture readings and how they are arranged, we might say that today (the last day of the year according to the church’s calendar) is like the last day, hence the call to “beware” so as not to be taken unaware. What if today…
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