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Yes to Prudence, No to Fear — Why the Mistakes We Made During COVID Must Never Happen Again
I pray that never again will we allow our civil and religious liberties to be so easily forfeited and trampled.
I pray that never again will we allow our civil and religious liberties to be so easily forfeited and trampled.
“The witness of Scripture is unanimous that the solicitude of divine providence is concrete and immediate; God cares for all, from the least things to the great events of the world and its history. The sacred books powerfully affirm God's absolute sovereignty over the course of events …” (CCC 303)
John Paul’s joy and courage never wavered because he was not their source — Christ was.
“Someone exists who holds in his hands the destiny of this passing world; Someone who holds the keys to death and the netherworld; Someone who is the Alpha and the Omega … And this Someone is Love. He alone can give the ultimate assurance when he says ‘Be not afraid!’” —Pope St. John Paul II
“We are in a war with Satan and his evil forces,” says Deacon Steve Greco. “Because of this war the sacraments are critical for our spiritual survival.”
“In this world you shall have tribulation. But have confidence, for I have overcome the world.” (John 16:33)
“Although it might not look very hopeful right now, this could be an opportunity in disguise.”
How different our lives would be if the peace of Christ were to encamp about us when danger appears.
Why would Our Lord say ‘Be not afraid’ to us so many times unless he wanted us to take him seriously in anxious times like these?
As practical vigilance has given way to paralyzing anxiety, Christians must see things in light of the Resurrection and boldly proclaim Jesus Christ’s victory over death.
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