THROUGH UNTRUE The words of Jesus, “Let the one among you who is without sin throw the first stone” (Luke 8:7), remind me of a poem that goes: When somebody yields to temptation And breaks one of God’s laws, We don’t care about how he was tempted, Nor...
THROUGH UNTRUE A recent UNICEF report reveals that millions of children feel abandoned by one or both parents who work abroad. If physical migration hurts, the emotional toll of virtual migration is also becoming an increasing concern. Many people experience a profound sense of being ignored...
THROUGH UNTRUE Why is it so difficult to repent of past mistakes and sins? Perhaps it is because repentance requires not only changing our behavior but also questioning who we are. It is hard to let go of a self-image that is shaped by our past choices. We are often reluctant to sever our...
THROUGH UNTRUE If the life of Jesus were a movie, the Transfiguration would serve as a spoiler alert. A spoiler alert warns of an unexpected plot twist that, once revealed, can discourage people from watching the movie, as they would already know how the story unfolds and ends. A few days before...
THROUGH UNTRUE It is a mistake to think that the devil tempts us to commit only grave sins. In reality, the devil often seduces us to indulge in seemingly harmless pleasures that later develop into full-blown addictions. The devil also tempts us to feel virtuous, holy, or morally superior to...
THROUGH UNTRUE In today's society, which places a strong emphasis on individual autonomy, freedom, and diversity, fraternal correction can often be perceived as intrusive or unwelcome. Negative feedback regarding a person’s behavior is frequently seen as manipulative, an overstep of boundaries,...
THROUGH UNTRUE In two days, we will commemorate the momentous event when thousands of Filipinos gathered along Epifanio de los Santos Avenue (EDSA) and waged a non-violent revolution by wielding "people power" in an unprecedented way. Since then, EDSA has become synonymous with the narrative of...
THROUGH UNTRUE Our Gospel reading today seems to suggest that if you are enjoying your life now, you can expect great sorrow and pain in the future (Luke 6:24-26). Conversely, if you are currently poor, weeping, hungry, hated, excluded, or insulted, then happiness is the reward awaiting you...
Arabica coffee wildings thrive in elevated places like Bakun, Benguet, especially as its cultivation at higher elevations and in cooler temperatures help the concentration of its flavor. (This is an A.I. generated picture.) Hedcor, a renewable asset manager of Aboitiz Power Corporation...
THROUGH UNTRUE I once read that people who frequent nightclubs prefer experiences best enjoyed in the dark. Dim lights create an atmosphere of secrecy and mystery, tempting them to engage in behaviors they would not want to be caught doing. The darkness also obscures their physical...
THROUGH UNTRUE It is often said that history is prophecy. Understanding the past can help us anticipate the future. Yet, history is not always a reliable predictor, as it is shaped by countless unforeseen variables. One such variable, which can dramatically alter the course of history, is divine...
THROUGH UNTRUE One might wonder why the issue of sex education is being revived once again. In 2012, the Responsible Parenthood and Reproductive Health Act was passed into law and later upheld by the Supreme Court. This law mandates the integration of sexuality education into the existing...
