Category Archives: God the Spirit

A guess about the unforgivable sin against the Holy Spirit

Posted on February 19, 2015 by unwobblingpivot

Could the unforgivable sin against the Holy Spirit be as follows? If in confession we are to be our own accusers, it’s clear that we are not to be our own judge (paraphrasing a Latin quote: No one is to … Continue reading →

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Obey Christ’s instruction: Ask, seek, knock

Posted on March 21, 2014 by unwobblingpivot

Strive to see this as the perfection and wisdom of God’s will for your life: Ask with bold trust for the super-abundant gift God wants to give: the Holy Spirit; and you shall receive Him, and all else besides. Seek … Continue reading →

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Re-presenting the sacrifice of Christ

Posted on July 9, 2013 by unwobblingpivot

It is said that at Mass the priest does not re-sacrifice Christ but only re-presents (i.e. makes present again) the sacrifice of Christ. The priest initiates the Eucharistic prayer by saying, “Pray, brethren, that my sacrifice and yours may be … Continue reading →

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The Fire that brings its own energy

Posted on April 27, 2012 by unwobblingpivot

If the Holy Spirit is the Living Flame of Love, we tend to fear being consumed in the fire. But unlike other fires which consume to produce energy, this fire has its own infinite and unlimited energy. As it inflames … Continue reading →

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The depth of Christ’s obedience

Posted on April 6, 2012 by unwobblingpivot

The Passion narrative in the Gospel of John emphasizes the power of Christ. He is in charge the entire time. How much do we let this idea and its implications penetrate us? Do we, for instance, believe that Christ could … Continue reading →

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The sacrifice God requires is a broken spirit (Psalm 51)

Posted on November 8, 2011 by unwobblingpivot

3 Have mercy on me, God, in your goodness; in your abundant compassion blot out my offense. 4 Wash away all my guilt; from my sin cleanse me. 5 For I know my offense; my sin is always before me. … Continue reading →

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Going it alone

Posted on November 5, 2011 by unwobblingpivot

It has been said that the only thing we can truly do without God’s help is say no to God. Simon Peter was on the verge of doing just that when he attempted to refuse to let Christ wash his … Continue reading →

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