Many myths and misconceptions surround nuns, priests, and other religious people in the Catholic Church. It has always been a fascinating concept to me, mainly because I grew up Catholic. I have always wondered what it takes to become a consecrated nun. So, how do you become a nun in the Catholic Church? In this … Read more
The world is full of evil. As a Minister who began my Christian journey in the Catholic Church, I believe holy water can be very powerful. Many of my catholic friends have used it to protect their loved ones against evil. While this concept is not new, many Christians have yet to learn how to … Read more
Growing up, attending church was compulsory since I was raised in a family of pastors. I once visited my cousins, who were Catholics, on a weekend when I was 8 years old, and they asked me to accompany them to their church. This was my first time seeing people being sprinkled with holy water. So, … Read more
Since I was born again and accepted Jesus Christ as my savior, I have focused on studying the Bible to learn more about the kingdom of God. From Genesis to Revelations, I have read several Bible verses that have uncovered several mysteries. As a bird enthusiast, I have been keenly identifying verses about birds intending … Read more
Lions are iconic in numerous cultures, and the Middle Eastern culture where the Bible is based is no exception – throughout my reading of the Bible, I noticed lions featuring prominently in both the Old and New Testaments. In my view, these animals are some of my favorite creatures, as they have a majestic quality … Read more
Growing up in a Christian background, prayer was something that I picked up when I was quite young. However, my parents were quite religious and believed in praying loud. This is something that I have had to unlearn along the way as I grow in my spirituality. I have done the unlearning by reading the … Read more
I grew up in a Christian home, meaning our bedtime stories came from the Bible. When I was around nine, my father read me an interesting story from the Bible that I remember to date. It was in Luke 15:11-32 and was about the prodigal son. After the reading, I wondered why Jesus had used … Read more
One of the coolest things about being in the Christian ministry is going on missions and traveling around the world. Last month, we organized a trip to Asia to spread the gospel. Our journey was not complete without us visiting some national parks. This trip made me appreciate God’s creation even more since I got … Read more
A few years ago, my best friend succumbed to cancer. It was one of the most heart-shuttering moments I had to go through. Seeing her ill and in pain broke me. However, I thank God for my spiritual parents, who reminded me to seek comfort and strength from the Lord. I used to pray for … Read more
I remember a period when my brother was sick for several months. His state really weighed down my family and me. Being Christians, we sought comfort and strength from God. We prayed for his healing; my brother is now alive and healthy. If you are in a position like I was, you might question, “What … Read more