Reflections on Encountering Him Then and Now
Detail from The Baptism of Christ (c.1448-50) by Piero Della Francesca
The gospels, as accounts of Jesus’ life, ministry, teachings and healings, are invaluable resources to contemplate the man and his message. Doctrine that followed his death and resurrection — and the emergence of Christianity — also contributes to our understanding of how Jesus’ presence evolved and grew in souls and communities eventually spreading worldwide. To this day the theological and spiritual exploration continues as vitally as before. This web-log intends to combine contemporary ideas with the ancient story, to ponder Jesus’ evolution in a post-modern, pluralistic and scientific age and to invite a closer, more intimate relationship with his person, his spirit and his grace.
While speculation about his identity spread, Jesus asked his disciples, “Who do you say that I am?” (Mark 8: 28) He later answered the question himself — “I am the way, the truth and the life.” (John 14:6). This self description by Jesus provides the three category themes under which reflections will be posted.
The Way
Paradoxical paths to growth, freedom and unadulterated peace.
Jesus had plenty of time for children. When his followers wanted to shoo them away he embraced and blessed them. ...
The Truth
Wisdom’s gifts revealed through knowledge, love, virtue and suffering.
An account of a woman’s informal anointing of Jesus appears in all the four gospels. Each one varies slightly, but ...
The Life
Vitality and illumination interwoven with Creation and the Cosmos.
The resurrection from the dead of Jesus is a mystery that cannot be deciphered or even understood by human reason ...
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