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Wrath Is Not His: Julian of Norwich and the Justice That Wants You Whole (Lectio Divina)
We call it justice when we want someone to suffer for what they did to us. But is that the justice God means by the word? This reflection sits with the distance between the vengeance we crave and the mercy Julian of Norwich insists is the only wrath there ever was.
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Our Ways Lead to Death. Christ Carries Us to Life. (Lectio Divina)
Our vision of justice, perfection, and eternity will always fall short of what God has prepared. Drawing on Ted Peters and the Pauline tradition, this Lectio Divina post meditates on how Christ — crucified and risen, dwelling within us — carries us beyond our broken understanding into the life, love, and eternity only God…
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Lectio Divina: Plea For The Weak
This quote from Dietrich Bonhoeffer asserts that Christianity’s credibility rests on its radical resistance to violence, abuse of power, and pride, and on its unwavering commitment to defend the weak. Bonhoeffer frames Christian faith not as passive belief, but as an active moral protest that embodies humility, justice, and sacrificial love in the face…
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Lectio: Love Over Self-Interest
This insightful Lectio Divina, inspired by Pedro Arrupe, SJ, challenges believers to elevate their understanding of justice. It emphasizes that true justice requires more than merely avoiding injustice; it calls for rejecting self-interest and embracing love as society’s driving force. This reflection invites readers to actively pursue justice by fostering communities rooted in compassion…