"Therefore, brothers, stand firm and hold fast to the traditions that you were taught, either by an oral statement or by a letter of ours." (2 Thessalonians 2: 15).
Tuesday 25th August 2020, 21st Week in Ordinary Time. We celebrate the lives of two saints. Remember that in honoring these two saints, we are in fact glorifying our Lord Jesus Christ who is King of kings and Lord of lords. He promised that those who follow Him will reign forever with Him. And those who honor the saints glorify Him. Never miss an opportunity to glorify Jesus.
St Louis of France (1214 - 1270). He lived a simple life characterized by prayer and penance. God was pleased with Louis and raised him from the cares of earthly rule to the glory of heavenly kingdom.
We celebrate also today:
St Joseph Calasanz (1557 - 1648). Spanish Priest who dedicated his life in charity and patience to the education of poor children.
What is the common factor between King Louis and Father Joseph? They were separated by nearly 300 years. The key is in the first Reading for today: "Therefore, brothers, stand firm and hold fast to the traditions that you were taught, either by an oral statement or by a letter of ours." (2 Thessalonians 2: 15).
If you do not stand firm and steadfast in the ancient faith in which you were baptized, you will be unable to resist all the modern heresies.
What are the core spiritual practices handed down to us to help us be steadfast?:
#1 Prayer.
#2 The word of God.
#3 Eucharist.
#4 Sacrament of Reconciliation.
The above are the minimum. Then, you must nourish your faith constantly by the Creed (Credo). Knowing the Creed well will provide you with the sword and shield of the spirit that will enable you to cut to pieces the modern heresies.
Stand firm and hold fast and tightly to the Faith.
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